The #LetHerRun Road Race is an inaugural 5-mile event scheduled for Sunday, May 10, 2026, in Madison, Connecticut. Presented by The Boulanger Foundation and hosted by the CT WaveRunners, the race is dedicated to promoting women’s safety while running. The initiative focuses on education and advocacy to create safer environments for female runners, with proceeds benefiting The Connection, Inc. and the CT WaveRunners. The course offers a scenic out-and-back route with views of the Long Island Sound, starting and ending at Surf Club Park.
| Event | Distance / Age | Amenities & Awards |
|---|---|---|
| #LetHerRun 5-Miler | 5 Miles (Road) | ASICS tech shirt, mimosas, and branded wine glass |
| Kids Fun Run | ~0.25 Miles (Ages 12 & under) | Free entry; parents may run with children |
| Overall Awards | Top 3 (M / W / NB) | Marathon Sports Gift Cards ($100, $75, $50) |
Madison is an affluent shoreline town in New Haven County with a population of approximately 17,500 residents. The demographic profile is primarily of European descent (roughly 88.6% White), with smaller communities identifying as Asian (3.8%), Hispanic or Latino (3.3%), and Black or African American (1.2%). The town is characterized by a high median annual household income of approximately $132,000. Geographically, the race takes place at Surf Club Road, utilizing the flat, coastal terrain characteristic of the Connecticut shoreline. The weather in early May is typically mild but breezy; average temperatures on May 10th range from a low of 9°C (48°F) to a high of 19°C (66°F).
Registration includes several premium amenities, such as an ASICS unisex long-sleeve tech shirt and a post-race celebration featuring complimentary mimosas. Participants should note the Custom Bib Deadline is Thursday, April 17, and the T-Shirt Deadline is Friday, April 25. Age group winners in categories ranging from 0-15 to 70+ will receive $25 gift cards to Marathon Sports. For further logistical inquiries, the event contact is Nick Cunningham. The race represents a significant community movement toward creating safer public spaces for all runners.
May 10, 2026
Distance — 5mi
Type — Running
09:00
$31.66
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Madison.
Learn more about the host city, Madison.
Madison is a town in New Haven County of Connecticut. It is in the central part of the Connecticut shoreline. The population of Madison was around 18,000 as of 2014. Much of Madison is known for its pricey, historical homes and its miles of beach.
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