Kelley's Pace Hare Hop
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Event Overview
The Kelley's Pace Hare Hop is a community running event held in Mystic, Connecticut. The race is scheduled for early March and features a single distance for participants:
- 5K
The course starts and finishes in Olde Mistick Village. For those driving to the event, the organizers provide parking on-site. The 2026 edition has an entry cap of 300 participants.
Registration and Logistics
Packet pickup is available at Kelley's Pace on the Friday afternoon before the race, as well as on early Saturday morning before the event begins. Entry fees are structured based on the date of registration, with a set lower rate for participants under the age of 18. Registration on the day of the event is restricted to online only, as paper forms are not accepted.
Impact and Series Information
The event serves as a fundraiser, with proceeds benefiting Girls on the Run of Southeastern CT. Additionally, the Hare Hop is part of the Kelley's Pace Race Series. This series includes several other local events throughout the year, such as the Woodland Ramble Trail Run, the Battle of Stonington 5K, the Groton City Brew Run, and the Tarzan Brown Mystic River Run. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
