4th Annual Beach to Beach 5k 2026

The race.

The 4th Annual Beach to Beach 5K takes place September 27, 2026, in Morris, Connecticut. Runners and walkers compete in a 5-kilometer out-and-back course starting and finishing at Morris Town Beach, following East Shore Road with rolling terrain and lake views. Online registration is $30 through September 25th; day-of registration opens at 8:30 a.m. and closes at 9:45 a.m. for the 10:00 a.m. start, with a $35 fee (cash or check only). Event shirts are guaranteed for those who register by September 25th. Awards are given in standard age divisions, plus special recognition for top local finishers. All race proceeds benefit the Bantam Lake Protective Association, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving Bantam Lake and its surrounding environment.