Abner Oakes III Veterans Run 5K & 10K 2026
- Date
- Sunday, October 25, 2026
- Start time
- 8:30 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Hamden, Connecticut
- Entry fee
- From $35
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
Registration is open.
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10K | 10K | Oct 25, 20268:30 AM | $55 | – |
| 1 Mile Fun Walk | 1 Mile | Oct 25, 20268:30 AM | $35 | – |
| 5K | 5K | Oct 25, 20268:30 AM | $40 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 10K: $55 until Oct 23, then $55 until Oct 25.
- 1 Mile Fun Walk: $35 until Oct 25.
- 5K: $40 until Oct 23, then $40 until Oct 25.
Online registration closes Oct 25, 2026, unless the race fills first.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 10K in Connecticut runs 59:07, about 9:31 a mile, based on 22 races with published results. Women typically finish in 1:03:05 and men in 54:38.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:13 AM, and the 10K starts at 8:30 AM. The start sits about 110 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
Farmington Canal Parking lot, Hamden, CT 06514
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 25 the day usually runs from 48°F at dawn to 62°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 24% of days. Cold snaps dip to 39°F and hot years reach 72°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- Farmington Canal Parking lot, Hamden, CT 06514Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 110 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 25, 2026), 2025 (Oct 26, 2025), 2024 (Oct 27, 2024), 2023 (Oct 29, 2023)
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Quick answers
- When is Abner Oakes III Veterans Run 5K & 10K?
- Sunday, October 25, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $35 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 25, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- What distances can I run?
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K.
- Where does it start?
- Farmington Canal Parking lot, Hamden, CT 06514.
From the organizers
Proceeds from this event will benefit the House of Heroes Connecticut.
The mission of House of Heroes Connecticut (HOHCT) is to recognize, honor and serve Connecticut military and public safety veterans and/or their spouses who have served our country faithfully and sacrificially. They do this by providing one day, no-cost home repairs through partnerships with and the generosity of individuals, civic organizations and corporations. They are committed to growing the organization and advancing the mission to the ever-increasing numbers of veterans both in Connecticut and nationwide.