HARTFORD MARATHON FOUNDATION

2008 Schedule of Events
(scroll down to see complete list of events)
We are pleased to announce that Centrian Life Insurance will continue to be our Presenting Sponsor of the Hartford Marathon Foundation’s 2008 multi-sport season, now referred to as the Centrian Life Grand Prix. Since 1907, Centrian Life Insurance has been protecting families with high-quality life insurance at some of the lowest rates in the country. Centrian Life is also a sponsor of the New Britain Rock Cats Minor League Baseball team, UConn basketball, and several charitable endeavors throughout the Connecticut area.
Check out the savings and discounts available for all 2008 events - 2008 Discount Chart.
The 2008 Multi-Sport Entry Form is now available to download in PDF format.
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Saturday, March 15, 2008 O’Niantic 5K, Niantic, CT
The O'Niantic 5K o'fficially kicks off East Lyme's St. Patrick's Day activities. Run, walk, jig or jog in this moving party through the quaint village of Niantic and its beautiful beachfront. |
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Sunday, March 16, 2008 O’Hartford 5K, Hartford, CT
A lively run/walk through downtown Hartford to start your weekend celebration of Saint Patrick’s Day. Congratulations to our new restaurant sponsor - Trumbull Kitchen. |
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Wednesday, April 9, 2008 Training Program Open House Riverfront Community Center, Glastonbury CT
5:30 pm - Fun Run with Tom Holland
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm - Open House Click here to learn more
No reservations are necessary. The event is a public service of the Hartford Marathon, a not-for-profit organization that promotes and manages health and fitness events throughout the community. |
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Sunday, April 27, 2008 Glastonbury River Run, Glastonbury, CT Beautiful 5K along South Glastonbury’s riverfront to benefit Glastonbury High School Crew Team. |
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Saturday, May 10, 2008 The Race In The Park, New Britain, CT Join thousands of men, women and children in running the 5th Anniversary 5K race against breast cancer. Contact CT Breast Health Initiative at (860) 827-7103 or http://www.ctrace.org/ for more information.
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Sunday, May 18, 2008 Shamrock Duathlon, Glastonbury, CT 5K run, 28K bike, 5K run through Glastonbury’s beautiful orchard country. |
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Sunday, June 1, 2008 Iron Horse Half Marathon, Simsbury, CT Fast, flat, spectator-friendly, two-loop course through Simsbury.
A 10K event has been added and will run with the Half Marathon. |
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Thursday, June 26, 2008 X-Treme Scramble, Hartford, CT The first of three events in the 2008 Scramble Series! A twilight riverfront 5K trail.
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Sunday, June 29, 2008 Stamford Triathlon, Stamford, CT
Welcome to the exciting new Stamford KIC IT Triathlon, an Olympic distance staged completely in the city of Stamford. This event benefits Kids in Crisis. |
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Saturday, July 12, 2008 Red Dress Run for Women, West Hartford, CT 10th annual run and walk celebrating women’s fitness with one 5K course for all participants. |
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Sunday, July 20, 2008 Litchfield Hills Triathlon, West Hill Lake (Brodie Park), New Hartford, CT
A HMF organized Olympic distance event being held in the same great location as last year. |
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Thursday, July 31, 2008 X-Treme Scramble II, Hartford, CT The second of three events in the Scramble Series. A twilight riverfront 5K trail.
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Sunday, August 3, 2008 Niantic Bay Triathlon, Niantic, CT 1/2 mile swim, 12 mile bike, 3.5 mile run. Rgister early! This event sold out in 2006 and 2007!! |
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Sunday, August 24, 2008 Old Wethersfield 5K Run/Walk, Wethersfield CT Beautiful 3.1 mile (5K) along the historic streets of Old Wethersfield. |
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Thursday, August 28, 2008 X-Treme Scramble III, Hartford CT The third of three events in the Scramble Series. A twilight riverfront 5K trail.
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Sunday, September 14, 2008 Women’s Triathlon, Winding Trails, Farmington, CT
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If you’ve never participated in a triathlon, this Women’s Triathlon is for you. Come along and experience a supportive and friendly environment for beginners, and competition for the experienced triathletes. |
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Sunday, October 26, 2008 Pumpkin Run, Haddam, CT
The 5K Pumpkin Run offers for the whole family with contests, face painting, Halloween crafts, Kids Fun Run and more. It benefits the Youth and Family Services of Higganum-Killingworth. |
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Saturday, November 8, 2008 Freedom Run & Walk, Hartford CT A downtown Hartford 5K course. A very special event to honor our soldiers and their families.
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Contact HMF for more information.
- Mail: Hartford Marathon Foundation, Inc.
140 Hebron Avenue Suite 102
Glastonbury, CT 06033
- Phone: 860-652-8866
- Fax: 860-652-8145
- Email: info@hartfordmarathon.com
