The 11th Annual Milford Moves for Veterans 5K takes place at 37 Helwig Street in Milford, Connecticut on June 28, 2026. The event offers two distance options: a 200-yard run and a 5K, with a typical start time of 8:40 AM. Entry fees range from free to $38.00, making it accessible to runners at different budget levels. This race benefits veterans, so your registration directly supports the cause. If you're traveling to Milford for the event, plan to arrive early to allow time for parking and check-in before the morning start.
From the Race Organizer
The MILFORD BANK and the MILFORD MOVES FOR VETERANS event committee are excited to have you join us for our annual event! We look forward to seeing you again at our safe run & walk! THE MILFORD BANK presents 11th Annual MILFORD MOVES FOR VETERANS 5K Run / Walk on Sunday, June 28, 2026 OUR RACE WEEKEND IS APPROACHING FAST. We appreciate all of you who made it to our family-friendly event in the past. Join us for a great fundraiser honoring our local Veterans & organizations that serve them. All proceeds raised will be donated to Milford's Veterans groups: American Legion, Disabled American Veterans (DAV), Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) and Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association (CVMA). Please consider a donation of any amount to help our veterans in Milford. We encourage all abilities to join us. You’ll love our course! This event will be held in compliance with State of CT, city and health department guidelines. The 5k Run/Walk is bib chip-timed from the start & finish- you receive your ‘net’ time from ‘Last Mile Racing’ All runners & walkers completing the entire 5k are eligible for prizes based on their time. Plenty of parking in nearby lots, at The Milford Bank on the green, and the parking lots behind Colony Grill There is no parking allowed on the 5k course A free Kids, safe “Run For The Flag” Fun Run- a non-competitive, 200-yard scamper for kids 10 and younger only - weather permitting. All kids receive a flag and medal at the finish. A special swag giveaway is guaranteed to the first 350 entrants. We will give out the “Most Patriotic Award” which could be identified at the start. So be prepared! Show off your stars and stripes! REGISTRATION INFO - REGISTRATION CLOSES AT 350 people, so sign up before it’s too late! Don’t get shut out. Online registration will be open on Race Day if there is room. There is NO PAPER REG/cash taken ON RACE DAY - all must be done online. ONLINE REGISTRATION- includes shirt/swag & timing bib Feb 3 - March 31 $33 age 19 & over; $22 age 18 & under April 1 - June 21 $35 / $22 June 22 -June 28 $38 / $22 U.S. MILITARY and VETERANS are FREE unless we are sold out. Military info required at checkout. SHORT DISTANCE KIDS RUN-FREE! Recommended for ages 10 & under GIVEAWAY - A great short sleeve commemorative t-shirt with size guaranteed to pre-reg by June 15 . After that sizes/quantities “as available” & we could run out 5k COURSE - https://onthegomap.com/s/pi3v9tb0 great water views, 90% flat, quiet roads, water table. EVENT SCHEDULE PICKUP DETAILS - Bib Pick-up & swag. FRIDAY June 26 from 3pm-5pm at the MILFORD BANK, 33 Broad St. SATURDAY June 27- 9am - 11 am The Milford Bank, 33 Broad Street, Milford CT Late registration online only - see fees above SUNDAY June 28 - 7:30 am - 9:00am Lisman Landing, 37 Helwig St., Milford CT Late Reg online only $38/$22 8:40 am Kids “Run For The Flag” FREE fun run 9:00 am 5K Run/Walk start 9:30 am Post event snacks, fluids & water, 1st place champion awards ceremony at Lisman Landing pavilion to follow SPECIAL WOODBRIDGE RUNNING COMPANY GIFT CARDS to Top M, F & Nb Champions WOODBRIDGE RUNNING COMPANY . 1st place age group GC AWARDS to all 19 & older groups. Medals- to the 1st, 2nd, 3rd in all age groups 9 & under, 10-13, 14-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ (+ 80’s if prereg'd) PLEASE NOTE- 'age group' awards will be given out ONLY at the finish line tent as soon as results are official. There is NOT a ceremony or announcing for these awards. WOODBRIDGE RUNNING COMPANY IS OFFERING A 10% DISCOUNT TO ALL PARTICIPANTS WHO BRING IN THEIR BIB BY JULY 31ST! SHIRTS ARE ALSO FOR SALE TO THOSE WHO WOULD LIKE TO SUPPORT OUR VETERANS. Purchase by 6/14 https://runsignup.com/Race/Store/CT/Milford/MilfordMovesforVeterans5K $15! With fixed costs and pre-payment of many items, this means we CANNOT under any conditions REFUND any registration fees (however, we can issue a credit to be allowed toward our 2026 event). Whether we are live or virtual our commitment to our Veterans will be maintained. We hope you can support this commitment and join us. IMPORTANT DETAIL - There will be a 350 person limit for this 5k event. We need 200 people just to cover our fixed costs! We encourage everyone to donate any additional amount to the Milford Veterans. WE NEED YOUR HELP FOR A SAFE START - If you are at a speedy running level (6-7min pace per mile or under) we urge you to be at the start early and ready to go at 9 am. This will avoid crowding on the course and help everyone to run more safely. ON THE COURSE - We ask you to stay safe, run on the left side of the road or as indicated.There will be directional signs, traffic cones, ‘flour’ arrows on the road, volunteers & police. PLEASE be aware that roads are open and police may be on duty. EVENT COORDINATION The Milford Bank is proud to have a great team on their event board of directors. Lead by President of the MB, Jorge Santiago, along with Celeste Lohrenz, Sheila Daniel, Lynn
