About This Race
Thank you all for your support of our past events and charity causes. We are preparing for another record breaking crowd for 2026!
Presented by Moneco Advisors - all proceeds will be donated to the Fairfield Police Union Scholarship Fund & The Fairfield Police Foundation. You can run (3.1 miles) or walk (.8 mile) course.
2ND ANNUAL SOCK IT TO SUMMER DRIVE!
Bring New White Socks • Spread Comfort • Lift Up Our Neighbors
Help Us Sock It to Insecurity
We’re inviting all attendees to bring NEW white socks to donate at the event.
Why socks? They're the #1 most requested item by shelters and community support programs and a simple, powerful way to offer comfort and empowerment to our neighbors in need.
All sock donations will benefit Nourish Bridgeport (nOURish BPT), a nonprofit creating long-term solutions for food and resource insecurity in our community.
Drop-Off Locations for Sock Donations
You can donate new white socks at any of the following locations:
• Moneco Advisors
2150 Post Road, Fairfield, CT
• Bib Pick-Up at Marathon Sports (dates/times below)
• Race Day Drop-Off
At the Moneco Advisors Tent at the Fairfield Police Sunset 5K
About Nourish Bridgeport:
Nourish Bridgeport is a community-powered organization that goes beyond food to provide compassion, stability, and support.
Here’s how they’re transforming lives weekly:
The Super Food Pantry & Baby Center:Distributing groceries and essentials to over 3,000 neighbors weekly, including support for 400+ babies monthly.
Feel the Warmth Supper:
Delivering hot, nutritious meals and fresh produce to 250+ people every Thursday, bringing the community together around the table.
Connecticut’s First Nonprofit Indoor Hydroponic Farm:Growing fresh, pesticide-free produce to fight food deserts and supply schools and pantries across the region.
Neighbors, Not Strangers
When we refer to those facing hardship as neighbors, we honor their worth and affirm our shared humanity. Every pair of socks you donate says: “You belong. You matter.”
Be Part of Something Bigger
Run. Walk. Donate. Celebrate.
Let’s Sock It to Summer - Together.
Get ready for the best night of the summer!
We will be raising the bar once again and will accept over 1000 runners & walkers.
We invite all abilities to run or walk our 3.1 mile scenic & flat course or walk our .8 mile course.
Starting on Ffld Beach Rd & ending at Jennings Beach, this summer spectacular will include t-shirts, food truck rodeo, treats for the kiddos, fluids and adult libations for those of age.
THERE WILL NOT BE ANY RACE DAY REGISTRATIONS IF WE SELL OUT (and we do expect to sell out!)
IMPORTANT DETAILS - The 5K distance is a computer chip timed event. You may run or walk but must
complete the entire distance for age group award eligibility.
The .8 mile walk IS NOT timed - there are no awards for this event. It starts at the same time & location
as the 5K but is a different course after the first half-mile of the 5K.
All 5K and 8/10 mile participants receive the same shirts and amenities.
$35 ALL AGES in the 5K for the first 200 registered
$40 ALL AGES in the 5K- registrants from 201 - 600
$45 ALL AGES in the 5K- registrants from 601 - 1000
and on race day IF NOT SOLD OUT
$35 flat fee, ALL AGES in the 8/10 mile untimed walk.
This walk fee remains $35 through 7/16.
$20 Food truck ticket FOR NONREGISTERED only.
Spectators, friends, & family will need to pay for this ticket to access any food and fluids.
This must be done by 6 pm on July 15th
Pre-Registered (PAID) participants in the 5K & one-mile walk DO NOT NEED TO BUY A FOOD TICKET It’s included in your fee!
Calendar
March 8 - Registration opens
June 12 - Shirt size guarantee ends (after that only "As Available" - and we could run out)
July 13 - 3-7 pm Early bib/shirt pickup at Marathon Sports, Post Rd in Fairfield
July 14 - 11:30am-1pm AND 3-6pm Early bib/shirt pickup at Marathon Sports
July 15 - 4:45pm - 6:15 pm bib/shirt pickup - Located at the Registration Tent at Jennings Beach
6:20pm - Introduction & National Anthem and Team Triumph start
6:30pm - START of timed 5k distance and .8 mile untimed walk
6:35pm - Food trucks open, water, fluids & a variety of adult beverages (21 & over only, ID REQUIRED) & entertainment.
7:00pm - TOP THREE men's and women's 5k finishers will be recognized and awarded prizes at the Star 99.9 tent.
Shirt size choices will not be guaranteed after June 12th !
after that only sizes ‘as available’ will remain - and we may run out.
The Jennings Beach area is scenic, quiet, and surrounded by a welcoming neighborhood of supporters. There will be ample parking in the Jennings Beach parking lot. We want to thank the neighbors and friends in the area for their support and patience while we host this fundraising event. All runners & walkers, please be courteous & thank them for welcoming us all into their neighborhood.
PLEASE NOTE: Parking at Jennings Beach for RACE/WALK participants will NOT REQUIRE A BEACH STICKER FOR NON RESIDENTS.
Our 5k and 8/10 mile walk events will both start at 6:30 pm giving you a full 2 hours before sunset AND another half hour of wonderful twilight!Course & Race Day Details
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