Hundreds of runners and others, along with music, games, sponsor booths, a silent auction and entertainment will all be part of the 42nd Annual Darien Road Race and Family Fun Day on Sunday, Sept. 18.
The event will start at 9 a.m. that day at Pear Tree Point Beach, and race registration is now open.
— an announcement from The Community Fund of Darien
The race attracts more than 600 people and more than 450 runners of all ages participate. The 1.5-mile Fun Run will begin at 9 am, with the 5-mile race beginning at 9:45 a.m. “The Finish Line” tent will be where you can find not only the awards ceremony, but also music, games, sponsor booths, silent auction and entertainment.
Photo from The Community Fund of Darien
A past Darien Road Race kicks off. The next one kicks off on Sept. 18.
The Road Race is a signature event for The Community Fund, and in its 42-year history it has raised almost $1.2 million. All proceeds from this year’s race will go to support youth and family social service programs in Darien, Norwalk and Stamford.
The Community Fund’s community investments target basic needs, community health, youth success and workforce development. Community initiatives include the Thriving Youth Task Force, The Human Service Planning Council (HSPC) and the Touch-a-Life program.
For questions or more information, email info@communityfunddarien.org or check Instagram and Facebook.