Annual Johnny's Jog for Charity 5K

MAR
22
2026
A community 5K in Blue Back Square, West Hartford on March 22, 2026, with timed and untimed options for two age groups and St Patrick's Day themed entertainment. The event supports several local children’s charities.
Sun 22 Mar 2026
5 kilometers

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Annual Johnny's Jog for Charity 5K

The Annual Johnny's Jog for Charity is a community 5K scheduled for March 22, 2026, with start and finish at Blue Back Square, 65 Memorial Drive, West Hartford, CT. The event offers both timed and untimed 5K options divided by age: entries for participants age 13 and younger and entries for participants age 14 and older. Participants may compete, jog, or walk the course through streets of West Hartford.

The event includes St Patrick's Day themed activities and on-site entertainment. Listed features include prizes for best Irish garb, live bands, face painting, Irish music, step dancing, an inflatable gaga pit, clowns, and leprechauns. The race benefits local nonprofit children’s organizations. Named beneficiaries are Covenant Preparatory School of Hartford, The Miracle League of Connecticut, The Molly Ann Tango Memorial Foundation, and The Center for Children’s Advocacy. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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5k Untimed Fun-Run or Walk - Age 14 and Older
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5k Untimed Fun-Run or Walk - Age 13 and Younger
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5k Timed Running Event - Age 14 and Older
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5k Timed Running Event - Age 13 and Younger