The Holiday Run & Walk For Toys
About this race
JOIN US should you want to take a stroll/run, donate the toys,
and stay for a warm beverage @ the Little Pub on Dec. 13th.
In 2024 & 2025 WE ALMOST SOLD OUT AT 250 - we have the room. Our permit number is based on your safety, parking, food, swag & enough adult beverages.
We will be collecting toys at bib pickup and at the event. THANKS IN ADVANCE FOR YOUR SUPPORT AND GENEROSITY! The toys should be new, unwrapped, and suitable for ages 1-16.
OUR NEW TOY RECIPIENT IS THE STERLING COMMUNITY CENTER IN STRATFORD.
The Sterling Community Center is an iconic and historic presence in our town.
For more than 90 years, they have welcomed and served generations of children and adults
creating impactful & inclusive programs and services that engage and cultivate a thriving community.
Please click on their link to see for yourself all they provide to children and adults in Stratford.
https://www.sterlingcommunitycenter.org/
Our donation direct link - Funds raised will go to a 501c3 charity, The Sterling Community Center https://operations.daxko.com/online/5330/OnlineGiving/Donation.mvc?campaign_id=7140 Please give generously! ALL amounts are welcome, and in today's world- greatly needed! We are proud to have The LITTLE PUB of Stratford host the 28th year of this holiday favorite. SWAG UPDATE. WE WILL HAVE A PAIR OF ‘JOLIDAY SOCKS’ FOR EVERYONE. We are working on other fun stuff as well. Guaranteed swag ends on 11/29OUR COURSE IS IN THE LORDSHIP SECTION OF STRATFORD - IT IS SCENIC, TRANQUIL, and FLAT! Map Link below. Our family-friendly event has a simple goal- to make as many kids as happy as we all can! Please note- THIS EVENT IS LIMITED - JUST 250 PEOPLE !!
We will have adult beverages thanks to the Little Pub
Shirts can be purchased UP TILL 11/29 for $15 PLEASE click on 'store' on the left unless you have an extraordinary request - then email directly msrunningproductions@yahoo.com They’re $15 at bib pickup (if available) on site Sun. (exact cash/cheque only!) WE WILL ALSO HAVE 1/4 ZIPS AVAILABLE FOR $20 ALL SALES ARE CASH AND EXACT BILLS ONLY! We do not have venmo.
Event entry fees- ONLINE ONLY - UNTIL WE ARE SOLD OUT! July 1 - 9/30 $18 for 19 & over, $15 for 18 & under 10/1 - 11/29 $21/$15 11/30 - 11/13 $25/$15 Race day no way! (We will be sold out!)
EARLYBIB/SWAG PICKUP & Toy Drop at the Little Pub
SATURDAY 12/12- 9:00 - 11am SHARP
Please try to pickup Saturday and avoid Sunday's stressful crunchDon’t arrive earlier unless you’re feeding the seagulls - we will not be there! And we are leaving promptly at 11am! There are games to watch! Enjoy a 10% discount if you stay for brunch at Little Pub on Saturday- after 10am!
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SUNDAY 12/13
8:00am-9:55am Pickup across from the LITTLE PUB in the lot on the corner. Look for the tents/containers. Drop your toys here too! 9:45am The LITTLE TYKES RUN - Directed by DONNA CRAMOND- Executive Kids Race Director & former professional Cat Herder! The kids will run a bit over one tenth mile of sheer delight! Adults can accompany the little tykes to avoid drama (theirs or yours). 10 am START - HOLIDAY 5k RUN / walk/ stroll/ saunter, your choice. (please stay on the left of all roads on this easy, flat, scenic, out & back course.When you’re done PLEASE stay and enjoy-
THE LITTLE PUB’s snacks and hot apple cider & hot chocolate (which you can add an 'adult' warming shot to!) We will also have hot chicken broth & lots of snacks Our host does it right for you! Awards, prizes, edible items and/or crazy holiday gifts are given to the M&F Champions & first age groupers maybe TWO deep- age groups 9 & under, 10-12, 13-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+ (and older if pre-registered) AWARDS ALERT- THIS RACE FREQUENTLY FEATURES LEFTOVER ITEMS & PRIZES FROM PREVIOUS RACES & OUR BASEMENT. Be prepared for "Regifting"... Our scenic and flat 5k course travels through the quiet neighborhood along the water in Stratford. It is FLAT, fun, and easily doable even for the youngest runners. Last year our runners ranged from 6 to 81! It IS an accurately measured 5k or 3.11 miles https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2606888 THIS EVENT MAY BE REDUCED IN DISTANCE IF ROAD & WEATHER CONDITIONS WARRANT FOR SAFETY or at the request of the police. Our fees are as low as possible to pay for the costs of this event- SO PLEASE USE THE DONATE BUTTON & HELP OUR CHARITY- STERLING COMMUNITY CENTER We ENCOURAGE even the youngest of runners and walkers. ALL ABILITIES WELCOME! Enjoy a 10% discount if you stay for brunch at Little Pub on Saturday- after 10am! Specially designed Holiday Run Long Sleeve shirts will be available can be purchased in advance through our store on this site. Order in advance- we have to close sales in to order, ship & print shirts. We hope to have a few extra on 12/13 HUGE THANKS to the LITTLE PUB FOR HOSTING OUR EVENT FOR THE SIXTH YEAR & WORKING WITH US TO KEEP OUR TRADITION INTACT. WE COULD NOT HAVE THIS GREAT COMMUNITY EVENT WITHOUT DOUG G. AND HIS TEAM. WE ARE VERY THANKFUL FOR THE COOPERATION & SUPPORT FROM OUR POLICE DEPARTMENT, DPW, RECREATION DEPT and the TOWN OF STRATFORD. THEY HAVE ALL BEEN A TERRIFIC SOURCE OF SUPPORT FOR THIS EVENT & MANY OTHERS IN OUR TOWN THROUGH THE YEAR! PLEASE DO NOT CALL LITTLE PUB. They are wonderful hosts with great food and people. But they are a restaurant NOT a race info destination. Thanks.Join fellow runners on December 16, 2018 for the The Holiday Run & Walk For Toys. It's a fantastic 5K, Little Tykes Fun Run featuring a flat and fast course in Stratford.
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The Holiday 5k Run For Toys
THIS EVENT MAY BE REDUCED IN DISTANCE IF ROAD AND WEATHER CONDITIONS WARRANT IT FOR SAFETY. Registration is a small fee and we ask that you donate at least one, new, unwrapped toy suitable for ages 1-16. Come dressed to run, stay for the fun! Long sleeved T-shirts may be purchased ahead. There may be a limited amount available on race day. This event has no makeup date. If it is cancelled due to severe weather - we are sorry but we have to pre pay most of our vendors so there are no refunds.
Little Tykes Fun Run
All abilities 5th grade and younger are encouraged to join us. This is a free event but we would appreciate a small toy donation.
Weather Overview
These values reflect historical conditions on the race dates in Stratford in 2018, from Open-Meteo archive data.
About Stratford
The Holiday Run & Walk For Toys takes place in Stratford, Connecticut, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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