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The 38th Bigelow Tea Community Challenge

Sunday, September 28

Southport, CT

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Join us for the 38th Bigelow Tea Community Challenge!


Bigelow Tea is committed to supporting our community by inviting YOU to be part of a morning of fun, fitness, and giving back with THREE fresh-air events to gather friends and family to participate in: Sunday, Sept 28, 2025 @ The Wakeman Boys & Girls Club in Southport, CT,

 


5k Fun Run 


3 Mile Walk


1 Mile Scamper/Obstacle Course (for kids 10 & under)


 


Held annually on the last Sunday of every September, Bigelow Tea Co., a third-generation family-owned business based in Fairfield Connecticut strives to strengthen the ties we share with our community and support surrounding local non-profit organizations to provide spaces for youth development, mentorship and recreation.

 

Last year, thanks to our incredible participants and sponsors we helped us raise over $182,000 and look forward this year's impact. 

Registration Includes:
✔️ A race T-shirt
✔️ A heavy goodie bag filled with treats from local and sustainable partners
✔️ A raffle ticket for a chance to win exciting prizes after the race


🏅 Additional prizes are awarded to the top three finishers in each age group (for running participants only).


Whether you're racing for a personal best or enjoying a leisurely walk with family and friends, the Bigelow Tea Community Challenge is a great way to give back while having fun!

@bigelowtea #BigTeaCC


Race management provided by MS Running Productions. Timing services for the 5K is provided by The Last Mile Racing.

 


 


Important Dates & Event Times:


Saturday, September 27th: Pre-registration pickup (9:00am - 12:00pm)


Location: Bigelow Tea (Front Entrance), 201 Black Rock Turnpike Fairfield, CT 06825 



  • 8:00am: Pre-registration pickup opens - Online registration continues



  • 9:00am: Kids' Fun Run begins



  • 10:10am: 5K Run & 3K Walk begin



  • 10:30am: Enjoy delicious snacks & adult hydration! 



  • 11:00am: Awards/Raffle begin   Great prizes! You must be present to win!



Please note: This is a rain or shine event! **Due to the charitable nature of this event, NO REFUNDS will be issued. **


 

Event Information:


5K Run: This is a computer chip timed 5k event. Awards will be given to the overall men's and women's champions.


Age group awards three deep for 9 & under, 10-13, 14-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+


3K Fitness Walk: Walk at your own pace on a non-competitive course. This event is NOT computer-timed. There are no awards for this walk.



  • PRICING (does not include taxes or fees)


          $35.00: First 250 registrants

          $38.00: Registrants 251+

          $40.00: Day of the race

  • AGE-BASED PRICING 18 and under (5k and 3k only)
    • $30.00 through 9/28/2025 


Kids' Fun Run: **Kids 10 and under** 100-yard Scamper, 1-mile jog, and an obstacle course. Kids will enjoy awards, snacks, and fun activities!


  • PRICING (does not include taxes or fees): $15 through 9/28/2025

Virtual Event Options: Follow along with the event @bigelowtea. We encourage you to share your training photos/videos and your day-of run on social media using the hashtag #BigTeaCC to stay connected! The virtual option is NOT computer-timed. There are no awards no raffle prizes.



  • PRICING: 5k Virtual Run and 3k Virtual Walk: $30
               


*If you cannot pick up your shirt and/or giveaway shipping will be: $5 for shirt, $5 for the goodie bag, $10 for both. 


Parking Day of Race: Please find instructions HERE


 


Course Maps: Find our course map for the 5K Run HERE & the 3K Walk HERE. Stay safe and enjoy the beautiful scenery!     

Race Distances

Price Register
Virtual Kid Run/Walk $10.00 until Register »
Virtual Adult Run/Walk $30.00 until Register »
Kids' Fun Run $15.00 until Register »
3k Walk $40.00 until Register »
5k Run $35.00 until Register »

Places to Stay

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Start Location

Wakeman Boys & Girls Club, Southport, CT

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