Hamden Fest Half Marathon & 5k - Half Marathon Relay
External Event
Distance
13.1 mi
Pace
Road
Terrain
Mixed
Difficulty
Moderate
About this run
The Hamden Fest Half Marathon & 5K will be held at Town Center Park on Saturday June 6th. The event includes a Half Marathon and 5K. The road races will offer runners and walkers some grass and paved trail running. The Hamden Road race will kick off Hamden Fest. Hamden Fest will kick off at 11:00 am, with an extravaganza of events and activities in Town Center Park. The Hamden Regional Chamber of Commerce has partnered with the Town of Hamden to present this exciting event which will feature the Chamber's Annual Business & Community Expo; the Hamden Library Book Sale; Food Trucks and vendors; an Arts & Crafts & Antiques Fair; a Kids’ Zone by Hamden Youth Service Bureau; Entertainment by local musicians and more. Hamden Fest will run until 4:00 pm. Come enjoy this lively festival that brings together Hamden’s best – business, arts, cultural and educational communities. For more info about Hamden Fest, go to https://hamdenregionalchamber.com/promote/hamden-fest/.
What to expect
- Half Marathon Relay option
- Mix of road, paved trail, and grass
- Part of the larger Hamden Fest
- Post-race festival activities
Typical conditions
For events around June 2026 in Hamden, CT, United States: Typical summer / warmer season in this region — plan hydration and sun protection; verify any heat policies with the organizer.
How to prepare
Half marathon prep usually includes a weekly long run that builds toward 16–20 km, plus easy runs for recovery. Confirm packet pickup and start procedures on the official registration page.
Plan longer races for 2026Getting there
This event is listed in Hamden, CT, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.
Registration is handled by the official event organizer
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