Glastonbury Education Foundation 5K Run/Walk (GEF5K) 2026 — Glastonbury, CT

Date
May 31, 2026
Location
Glastonbury, CT
Venue
Hubbard Green
Start Time
8:30 AM
Entry Fee
$40.00
Events
GEF5K Run/Walk
Includes
T-Shirt
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The Glastonbury Education Foundation 5K starts at 8:30 AM, giving you time to get breakfast and settle into your hotel before heading out. The race takes place at Hubbard Green in Glastonbury, Connecticut on May 31, 2026. Entry costs $40. This is a straightforward 5K run/walk event, making it accessible whether you're looking for a solid training run or a casual morning effort before exploring the area. Since the race benefits the Glastonbury Education Foundation, you'll be supporting the local community while you race. If you're traveling from out of state, plan to arrive the evening before to ensure you're rested and can handle the early start comfortably.

From the Race Organizer
In-Person Race: Sunday, May 31, 2026 – Glastonbury Hubbard Green (8:30 a.m.) The Glastonbury Education Foundation 5K Run/Walk (or “GEF5K”) is a rebranding of the Bill Landers Building Bridges Memorial Hybrid 5K Run/Walk (or "BL5K"), which the Foundation has sponsored in Glastonbury, Connecticut, since 2008. The 18th annual event will only feature an in-person race . The in-person race will be held on Sunday, May 31, 2026 at the Hubbard Green in Glastonbury. The race will begin at 8:30 a.m., and travel along the former BL5K route, with bib chip timing. The race is sanctioned, and serves as a qualifier for the Manchester Road Race. Parking for the race will be available at Glastonbury High School, 330 Hubbard Street in Glastonbury. The GEF5K is sponsored by the Glastonbury Education Foundation, and enhances the Foundation's ability to fund programs, projects and initiatives that elevate the educational experience of Glastonbury residents. Proceeds from the GEF5K will be used to award sch

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Glastonbury Education Foundation 5K Run/Walk (GEF5K) 2026 — Glastonbury, CT?

Glastonbury Education Foundation 5K Run/Walk (GEF5K) 2026 — Glastonbury, CT takes place on May 31, 2026. The race is held in Glastonbury, Connecticut.

Where is Glastonbury Education Foundation 5K Run/Walk (GEF5K) 2026 — Glastonbury, CT held?

Glastonbury Education Foundation 5K Run/Walk (GEF5K) 2026 — Glastonbury, CT is held at Hubbard Green in Glastonbury, Connecticut.

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