Franklin Academy 6th Annual Double Helix 1.75 Mile Race 2026 — East Haddam, CT

Date
May 17, 2026
Location
East Haddam, CT
Venue
140 River Rd
Start Time
2:00 PM
Entry Fee
$0.00 – $15.57
Events
1.75 Mile Race (General Public), Kids' Run (ages 6 and under), Kids' Run (ages 7 to 12)
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The Franklin Academy 6th Annual Double Helix is a 5-mile running race held in East Haddam, Connecticut on May 17, 2026. The event starts at 2:00 PM at 140 River Road. Entry fees range from free to $15.57, making it an affordable option for runners looking to add a spring race to their schedule. As a smaller, community-based event hosted by Franklin Academy, this race offers a low-key alternative to larger regional competitions. The afternoon start time allows for flexible training schedules that morning. Whether you're training for a longer distance or looking for a tempo workout, the 5-mile format provides a solid mid-distance effort.

From the Race Organizer
Pre-registration for 2026 is now closed. We will have same-day registration open on-site starting at 1 pm with cash or credit card payment for $25/person. RACE HISTORY: Franklin Academy students have participated in local 5Ks for over a decade. During the 2020-2021 school year, when off-campus trips were paused, we brought the race to our campus! With the 1st annual race day set on April 25, we realized this was National DNA Day . It was the perfect quirky holiday to celebrate. We designed a weaving, double helix-inspired two challenging loops around our campus, with science facts peppered around the course. With reused trophies generously donated by members of the Run 169 Society , we celebrated in style. The successful event has since returned by popular demand each year. While most run or walk, our creative and fun students and faculty have brought traditions of racing in non-traditional modes (piggybacking, biking, being carried by kayak, or walking on stilts). We embrace and encou

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Franklin Academy 6th Annual Double Helix 1.75 Mile Race 2026 — East Haddam, CT?

Franklin Academy 6th Annual Double Helix 1.75 Mile Race 2026 — East Haddam, CT takes place on May 17, 2026. The race is held in East Haddam, Connecticut.

Where is Franklin Academy 6th Annual Double Helix 1.75 Mile Race 2026 — East Haddam, CT held?

Franklin Academy 6th Annual Double Helix 1.75 Mile Race 2026 — East Haddam, CT is held at 140 River Rd in East Haddam, Connecticut.

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