The Salisbury Beast
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The Salisbury Beast 5K
The Salisbury Beast 5K is a USATF certified running race held in Salisbury, Connecticut. The course is 3.1 miles and follows an out and back route that gains about 500 feet by mile 1.3 before a turnaround at the top of Lincoln City Road. Runners return along the same steeps with views of Lake Wononscopomuc in autumn.
Event logistics noted by the organizer include plentiful street parking and additional parking near the Salisbury Ski Jumps. A clean porta-potty is available at the race start and private bathrooms are available at Labonne's Market. Local food and coffee options on Main Street include Sweet Williams and Provisions, Whitehart.
The event serves as a fund-raiser. Proceeds support evidence-based adventure, arts, and educational programming for people ages 12 to 20 to address higher risks for alcohol and drug abuse in some rural New England areas. A portion of race proceeds and additional donations will support Catamount Resort's National Ski Patrol Young Adult Program. The organizer reports more than $7,500 raised to date for related organizations.
Registration opens March 3, 2027, and closes October 16, 2027. The published registration fee is $45.00. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
