My Mother Made Me Do It Mother's Day Race

MAY
9
2026
Celebrate Mother's Day with a 1 mile run or walk at scenic Hotchkiss Field in Prospect. Enjoy a two loop course on a comfortable cinder path with awards for various age groups and categories.
Sat 9 May 2026
1 Mile Run

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My Mother Made Me Do It Mother's Day Race

The My Mother Made Me Do It Mother's Day Race is a community sports event held at Hotchkiss Field in Prospect, Connecticut. This event focuses on celebrating Mother's Day through a short-distance run and walk.

The event features a single distance:

  • 1 Mile

Participants complete a two-loop course on a cinder walking path located within the park. The route is situated in a scenic area and is open to individuals who wish to run or walk the distance.

Registration is open to the public with various pricing tiers based on the sign-up date. Those who register by the specified deadline in late April are guaranteed an event T-shirt. On-site parking is available for all attendees at Hotchkiss Field.

Awards are presented to the overall winners in female, male, and non-binary categories. Additionally, the event recognizes the top three finishers across several age groups, starting from participants aged 12 and under up to those aged 80 and older. Post-race activities follow the conclusion of the 1-mile event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

1 Mile Run