Gaylord Gauntlet
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About the race
The Gaylord Gauntlet is a 5K trail and obstacle run held on the 400-acre campus of Gaylord Specialty Healthcare in Wallingford, CT. The host institution is a 137-bed long-term acute care hospital that serves people recovering from serious injuries or illnesses. The event functions as a fundraiser for the hospital and supports the Gaylord Sports Association, which focuses on adaptive sports and recreation for people with physical disabilities. The Gauntlet course combines wooded trails and open fields and includes 24 natural and manmade obstacles.
The event is planned, built, and operated by Gaylord staff and volunteers. A Festival Area on site features local vendors, live music, and food trucks. Registration for the Gaylord Gauntlet opens on 2027-01-01 and closes on 2027-01-31; the registration fee is $60.00. The event brings together participants, families, and supporters around running, outdoor obstacles, and community fundraising tied to adaptive sports programming. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
