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New Milford River Run 5K & Kids' Superhero Sprint

Sat October 4, 2025 New Milford, CT 06776 US Directions

River Run 5K

🎽 RIVER RUN 5K & KIDS’ SUPERHERO SPRINT
πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ Run. Walk. Cheer. Support.
πŸ“… Saturday, October 4 | ⏰ 4:00–6:00 PM
πŸ“ Young’s Field | New Milford, CT
πŸŽ‰ During New Milford RiverFest!
🌟 Proceeds benefit The Ostomy Foundation

πŸ’₯ TWO EVENTS – ONE AMAZING CAUSE!

πŸ¦Έβ€β™‚οΈ KIDS' SUPERHERO SPRINT – 4:00 PM
Cost: $5/child (Ages 10 & under)
Little heroes will dash around a short, safe course starting at the Young’s Field playground and ending at the official 5K finish line!

πŸ‘Ά Check in by 3:45 PM at the Ostomy Foundation Booth
πŸ›‘ Online-only registration closes at 3:30 PM

πŸ… RIVER RUN 5K – 4:30 PM START
Run or walk a USATF-certified course (CT18028JHP) along the scenic Housatonic River. This flat, fast out-and-back route is perfect for competitive runners and casual walkers alike.
πŸ“ Minimal elevation change | 🎽 Walkers welcome
πŸ† Awards presented on stage at 5:45 PM
🎟️ Register online only β€” closes at 4:15 PM
πŸ“ Check in and bib pickup at Ostomy Foundation Booth

🎁 BONUS FOR EARLY REGISTRANTS
The first 100 registrants will receive a performance shirt + swag bag!

πŸ’² 5K PRICING
$35 (Ages 18–59)

$25 (Ages 60+)

$15 (Ages up to 17)
πŸƒ Running club discounts available – select at checkout.

πŸŽ– 5K MEDALS & PRIZES
πŸ… Custom-designed medals (made locally in New Milford) for:

Overall Top Male & Female Finishers (plus prizes!)

Top 3 in each age group:
13 & under | 14–18 | 19–20 | 21–30 | 31–40 | 41–50 | 51–60 | 61+

πŸ’™ WHY WE RUN
The race benefits The Ostomy Foundation, a local 501(c)(3) that empowers, educates, and supports ostomates and their families. Your participation helps eliminate stigma, fund vital resources, and provide hope and dignity to those living with or preparing for ostomy surgery.

☎️ Learn more at www.ostomyfoundation.org or call 475-209-2404.

πŸ”— REGISTER NOW

πŸŽ‰ Stay for RiverFest – Live Music, Food Trucks, Vendors, and Family Fun!
Start Time:
4:30pm EDT
End Time:
6:30pm EDT
Price:
$38.03 incl. $3.03 Fee
Registration:
Registration ends October 4, 2025 at 4:00pm EDT

Kids' Superhero Sprint

πŸ¦Έβ€β™€οΈ Kids' Superhero Sprint
πŸ“… Saturday, October 4
⏰ 4:00
πŸ“ Young’s Field, New Milford, CT
πŸŽ‰ Held during the New Milford RiverFest

Calling All Young Superheroes! πŸ¦Έβ€β™‚οΈπŸ¦Έβ€β™€οΈ
Kids ages 10 and under are invited to dress up as their favorite superhero and take part in our Kids' Superhero Sprint β€” a high-energy, fun run that’s sure to bring smiles and excitement!

This short sprint loops around part of the park and finishes down the official 5K finish line, so your little hero gets the real race-day experience!


🎁 Treat bags for first 50 entrants
πŸ† Prizes awarded in several fun categories (best costume, most spirited, etc.)

πŸ•“ Schedule:
Check-in begins at 3:30 PM at the Ostomy Foundation booth

Sprint starts at 4:00 PM near the Young’s Field playground

πŸ’΅ Entry Fee: $5 per child
Registration available online only. Day-of registration closes at 3:30 PM.

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ A Family-Friendly Fundraiser

This event supports The Ostomy Foundation, a New Milford-based nonprofit that supports and empowers individuals living with ostomies. Join us for a great cause and a great time!

🎟️ Register Today and Bring Your Cape!
Open to ages 1 - 10.
Start Time:
4:00pm EDT
End Time:
4:15pm EDT
Price:
$6.29 incl. $1.29 Fee
Registration:
Registration ends October 4, 2025 at 3:30pm EDT

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