Description

The Westport Young Woman’s League will be hosting its 46th annual Minute Man Race on Sunday, April 27, 2025 at the famed Compo Beach.

The well-loved event attracts runners and walkers both locally and regionally, and takes place on the scenic Compo Beach and surrounding coastal neighborhood, in the peak of spring.

The event consists of a certified USA Track and Field 10K Run and 5K Run/Walk. The Kids Fun Run will include a 50 yard dash (Ages 3-5), 100 yard dash (Ages 6-7), 1/2 mile (Ages 8-9), 1 mile (Ages 10-12) featuring a Kids Zone during and after the race. Race net proceeds will directly benefit charities located in lower Fairfield County, CT and Westport, CT.

Discounts are available for students and First Responders - contact [email protected] for the discount code.

Whether you are a seasoned runner or simply looking to get outside and have fun, we invite you to join us - you won't want to miss it.

For complete details on the 2025 Minute Man Race, hosted by the Westport Young Woman’s League, please visit www.minutemanrace.com .

Event details and schedule

Pre Race Registration and Bib Pick Up:

Location: Performance Optimal Health

508 Westport Avenue, Westport, CT 0681

Dates: Thursday, April 24th, 5-8pm. Saturday, April 26th, 9am-1pm.

*Day-Of Race Registration will be at Compo Beach 7-8am ONLY

Race Day:

• Adult race warm-ups begin at 8:00 am next to the Pavillion near the Start Line
• 5K Run/Walk - 8:30 am at South Compo Beach
• 10K Run - 8:40 am at South Compo Beach
• Kids Fun Run - first age group starts at 8:30 am at the baseball field near the marina 

Race Details:

• For 10K Run and 5K Run/Walk, all participants under 13 must participate with an adult 
• For Kids Fun Run, parents must be present during the race; no drop-offs

Parking:

Park in the designated area in the Compo Beach lot or in the adjacent Soundview dirt lot. If you pick up your bib on race day, please arrive early as the Compo Beach parking lot will be very busy.

What to wear:

The race is held rain or shine and it may be chilly early in the morning. Please dress accordingly. 

If you have any questions, please visit www.minutemanrace.com or email us at [email protected]. 

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