Daniel Barden Mudfest 5 Mile, 5k & Kids Mud Run
About this race
The Daniel Barden Mudfest was created in memory of Daniel Barden, one of the first-grade students whose life was taken during the Sandy Hook Elementary School tragedy in December 2012.
The event was founded by family members whose niece was inside the school that day. While she escaped unharmed, she lost her dear friend Daniel. In the face of unimaginable loss, Mudfest was born as a way to honor Daniel’s life and carry forward the values he embodied.
Daniel is remembered as a kind and gentle child who treated everyone with respect and joy. He had a zest for life and loved the outdoors, sports, and getting muddy. Those simple joys are at the heart of Mudfest.
To learn more about MudFest, Daniel Barden, and our charitable giving, please visit us online.
5 MILE TIMED Run - ages 13+5k TIMED Run - ages 11+
5k UNTIMED Run - ages 11+
Kids Fun Run - ages 5-11 yrs
The Daniel Barden Mudfest 5 Mile, 5k & Kids Mud Run brings an exciting 8K, 5K, 1.6K to Deansboro, New York on May 2, 2026. Don't miss this beautiful event!
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Obstacle race
5 MILE TIMED RACE 8:00 AM *Note: New Start Time*
This course is designed to follow the beginning of the 5K and will break off to more steep hills & more obstacles. It is very challenging!
TIMED 5k-ONE HEAT ONLY 8:30- *Note: New Start Time*
Lots of hills & challenging obstacles in lots of mud if it's a rainy season! For those that like to be recognized for their time-this is the 5k for you!
5K Un-Timed Run 9:00
Lots of hills & challenging obstacles in lots of mud if it's a rainy season!
5K Un-Timed Run 9:30
Lots of hills & challenging obstacles in lots of mud if it's a rainy season!
5K Un-Timed Run 10:00
Lots of hills & challenging obstacles in lots of mud if it's a rainy season!
Kids Run- 11:00
Parents/Guardians of small children are welcome to run along with their child at no additional cost
Kids Run- 11:15
Parents/Guardians of small children are welcome to run along with their child at no additional cost
Weather Overview
These values represent the 11-year monthly averages for May in Deansboro.
About Deansboro
Daniel Barden Mudfest 5 Mile, 5k & Kids Mud Run takes place in Deansboro, New York, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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