Hamden Fest Half Marathon & 5k - Hamden Fest 5K
External Event
Distance
3.1 mi
Pace
Varies
Terrain
Mixed
Difficulty
Easy
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
- Road race with mixed terrain
- Part of Hamden Fest
- Starts the festival activities
- Family-friendly festival atmosphere
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
Most runners can prepare for a 5K with a few weeks of easy runs and one short faster session per week. Focus on consistency, not volume, and rest the day before race day.
Beginner's guide to your first 5KGetting 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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