LYSB Midsummer Run
About the Event
Celebrate the Midsummer Festival in historic Old Lyme Village with this family friendly event benefitting the Lymes' Youth Service Bureau (LYSB).The Midsummer 5K Run features a scenic road race, a 5K Run & Walk, and a Kids K. The race will begin at LYSB located at 59 Lyme Street and wind through the beautiful streets of the village. The race is held on the morning of the renowned Old Lyme Midsummer Festival, kicking off a weekend of cultural, artistic and community events at multiple sites throughout Old Lyme’s Historic District.
Pricing for the 5K (run and walk) is $30 for adults, $15 for youth (18 and under). Registration for the "Kids K" fun run is $10. Chip timing will be provided by Fast Track Timing for 5K runners. Commemorative T-Shirts will be available for the first 200 registered participants. Finisher medals for all.
The overall top three men and women will be recognized as well as the top age group winner in the men and women divisions. Divisions will be broken down as follows: Youth 14 and under, 15 to 19, 20 to 29, 30 to 39, 40 to 49, 50 to 59, 60-69, and 70 plus.
Online registration closes at 11:59 p.m. on Friday, July 24th. On site registrations accepted up to race day.
Tee-Shirts for the first 200 registered runners/walkers.
Pre-Race Packet pick up on Friday, July 24, 9:00-5:00 p.m. at LYSB (59 Lyme Street, Old Lyme)
RACE DAY: Saturday, July 25, 2026
Schedule:
6:45 am – Registration opens
8:00 am – 5K Run & Walk
9:00 am – Kids K
PACKET PICK UP: Friday, July 24, 2026, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. OR on Race Day starting at 6:45 a.m.
Proceeds from the Midsummer 5K will support LYSB's programs for youth and families including mental wellness, drug & alcohol prevention, juvenile justice, positive youth development, and early childhood.
For more info about LYSB and the 5K contact LYSB at 860-434-7208 www.lysb.org
For more info about Old Lyme Midsummer Festival visit Midsummer Festival | exploreoldlyme.com
Join fellow runners on July 25, 2026 for the LYSB Midsummer Run. It's a fantastic 5K, 1K featuring a flat and fast course in Old Lyme.
Races Offered
Running
5K Run
Kids K
Walking
5K Walk
About Old Lyme
LYSB Midsummer Run takes place in Old Lyme, Connecticut, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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