Healthy Families 5K Run & Walk

We invite you to start your day with a great event- in our new location. Our 4th year kicks off in style from the inside Connecticut's  Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport.  You'll travel past Lions, Tigers, Prarie Dogs, Anteaters, and so much more. The course runs thru the tranquil setting of Beardsley Park as well. The proceeds benefit the Junior League of Eastern Fairfield County "Healthy Families, Healthy Futures" projects, JLEFC and its missions. 

The 4th Annual Healthy Families 5K Run & Walk  Sunday, April 22, 2018 9:00am
Join us inside Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo Hosted by the Junior League of Eastern Fairfield County (JLEFC) www.JLEFC.org
Proceeds to benefit the Junior League of Eastern Fairfield County, its mission and Healthy Families, Healthy Futures community outreach projects.
A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo.
This fun event is for participants of all ages. Don’t miss the exciting route INSIDE Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo! The course takes you through the entire zoo, and finishes near the historic carousel. You'll see the tigers,
prairie dogs, anteaters, and exotic birds, whether you choose to run or walk.
Thanks to Gregg Dancho and the Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo staff for generously hosting our annual event at Connecticut’s only zoo. You don’t want to miss it!

Join us to kick off your spring training!
 *After the 5K, there will be entertainment, snacks and fluids to help you refuel and celebrate
 *Every participant will get a free pass to Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo
 *Your race and walk will be computer timed.
 *Bring a group of 10 or more for special pricing. Contact Emily Ackerman for details at [email protected]
 *Plenty of parking will be available in lots and designated areas. We ask you to be respectful because the zoo is open to the general public--be sure to follow traffic flow rules and be mindful of parking restrictions.
*A commemorative shirt will be given to all entrants (sizes are guaranteed if you register by April 1, and will be supplied after that time if available)
 *A free Kids’ Fun Run offering a noncompetitive, 1/4 mile race for kids 6th grade and younger only- weather permitting
AWARDS
 Commemorative trophy to top male & female finisher
 Additional special prizes to be announced
 Awards categories: top three male and female finishers in 9 & under; 10-12; 13-18; 19-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70-79; 80+
 Best Costume Awards: Let's see what you got! Lion? Tiger? A marsupial of your choice?
REGISTRATION FEES
Registration will close at 500 people, so sign up now, before it’s too late!
March 6- April 17: $25 for ages 19 & over; only $18 for ages 18-13; only $12 for ages 12 & under
Advanced registration will officially close on March 28 at 8pm.
April 20 & April 21: Pre-reg pickup & late registration from 12:00-5:00pm at soundRUNNER in Fairfield  $30/  $20/  $15

April 22-race day: $35/  $20/  $15 Registration & pre-reg pickup opens at 7:45am
See our race page for more information, including once the race cap is reached.
The Kids’ Run is free; simply sign up at the zoo on race day- 6th grade and under only, non competitive, weather dependent.
REGISTER NOW!
EVENT SCHEDULE
Friday, April 20:   12:00-5:00pm       Packet, bib & shirt pickup and late registration  at soundRUNNER, 1596 Post Rd. Fairfield
Saturday, April 21:    10:00am-2:00pm Early pickup & registration from and late registration with cash/check, available if the race hasn’t reached capacity, at soundRUNNER
Sunday, April 2:       7:45-8:55 am      Late registration and packet pickup at Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo
                                 8:45am               Kids’ Run
                                 9:00am               Healthy Families 5K Run/Walk race start
                                 9:30am               Post-race party begins with great food and music
                               10:00am               Awards

SPONSOR & PARTNER OPPORTUNITIES
If you or your company would like to partner with us, please contact Emily Ackerman at [email protected]. 
For vendor commitments, or to supply entertainment/volunteers on the course, please also contact Emily Ackerman at [email protected]
We encourage the participation of community/neighborhood groups of all ages!
THE BEARDSLEY ZOO LOCATION
1875 Noble Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06610