Riva Runs The Boardwalk 5k 2026

Description

THIS FALL'S NEWEST SEACOAST RUN & WALK is on TAP!

JOIN US AT RIVA on the water in West Haven - famous for its dining, drinks and entertainment!

RIVAGIVESBACK will be hosting this event.

Join us before the sun sets and then stay for the after party. ALL abilities are encouraged to join us!

Run/walk mostly on the boardwalk, a very flat and scenic 3.11 miles, with lots of amenities.

Specially designed t-shirt guaranteed by Sept 1 (after, as available & may run out) Computer chip timed Adult beverage after you finish to all 21 & over Snacks & N/a beverages Awards/prizes/gift cards TBD (see below) Band on site when you are done Riva is open till late for food and drinks

The Course - A work in progress based on permits and WH Police approval. As soon as it's confirmed we will post the link. But it is guaranteed FLAT with at least one turnaround point. There will be one water table as well but it's always a good practice to carry your own on a hot summer evening. It will be well marked with volunteers on course & police.

THERE WILL BE A 250 PERSON LIMIT FOR OUR INAUGURAL EVENT

Awards - Top male & female overall (removed from their age group)

1st pl ace age groups 9 & under, 10-13, 14-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ More may be added as registration increases)

19 & over 18 & under

Reg Fees 7/1-7/31 $35 $25

8/1-8/23 $37 $25

(T-shirt guarantee ends 9/1)

8/24-9/6 $40 $25

9/7-9/12 $45 $30

Event Schedule

July 1 Registration opens Sept 1 T-Shirt guarantee ends Sept 11 Early shirt/bib/swag pickup times TBD

Sept 12 Event Night

4:00pm pickup starts 5:45pm FREE Kids fun run on the boardwalk (9 & under only) short distance TBD. 6:00pm START 5k run/walk - shine/rain, followed by the after party "If it pours we still pour!" 6:45pm Awards presented 7:05pm Sunset

Parking - There are "lots" of it, just to the right of Riva. Enough for over 200 cars.

Our sincere thanks to the City & departments of West Haven. With their help we are able to present this event. Safety protocols will be in place, and State/Town guidelines will be met.

With fixed costs & pre-payment of many items, we CANNOT REFUND any registration fees.

YES we ALWAYS need VOLUNTEERS. Please contact-

EVENT COORDINATION Riva Runs The Boardwalk is being produced by Rivagivesback.

MS Running Productions - Marty Schaivone is the race director and coordinator of more than 35 races each year including The Milford Hospital Mother's Day Run, Milford Moves for Veterans, Two Roads Shore to the Pour, the Stratford Turkey Trot, Hot Oil 5K in Fairfield, the 36th Great Pumpkin Classic at Trumbull High School, and many others in Fairfield County.

MS Running Productions is available for event consulting & directing. Contact Marty at msrunningproductions@yahoo.com

SPONSOR & PARTNER OPPORTUNITIES If you or your company would like to partner with us, please contact-

If you are not familiar with RIVA (located where Chick's Drive-in used to be) check them out. https://www.facebook.com/rivaonthewater

Riva’s shoreline comes alive with music, laughter, and unforgettable nights. From acoustic sunsets to high-energy bands by the fire, our event lineup keeps the vibes flowing all season long. Grab a drink, gather your crew, and see what’s happening next on the coast.