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 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. 

 


 
 

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.


Sunday, April 27, 2008
Glastonbury River Run, Glastonbury, CT

Beautiful 5K along South Glastonbury’s riverfront to benefit Glastonbury High School Crew Team.


The Race in the Park


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.



Shamrock Duathlon Sunday, May 18, 2008
Shamrock Duathlon, Glastonbury, CT

5K run, 28K bike, 5K run through Glastonbury’s beautiful orchard country.


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.



 

Thursday, June 26, 2008
X-Treme Scramble
, Hartford, CT
The first of three events in the 2008 Scramble Series! 
A twilight riverfront 5K trail.


Stamford KIC It Triathlon 

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.



Womens Run & Walk

Saturday, July 12, 2008
Red Dress Run for WomenWest 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. 



 
Thursday, July 31, 2008
X-Treme Scramble II
, Hartford, CT
The second of three events in the Scramble Series. 
A twilight riverfront 5K trail.


Niantic Bay Triathlon 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!!


Old Wethersfield 5K
Sunday, August 24, 2008
Old Wethersfield 5K Run/Walk, Wethersfield CT

Beautiful 3.1 mile (5K) along the historic streets of Old Wethersfield.



 

Thursday, August 28, 2008
X-Treme Scramble III
, Hartford CT
The third of three events in the Scramble Series. 
A twilight riverfront 5K trail.


 


Sunday, September 14,  2008 
Women’s Triathlon,
Winding Trails, Farmington, CT

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.


 

Friday, October 10, 2008
ING Run for Something Better Day

Saturday, October 11, 2008
ING Hartford Marathon


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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. 



 
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