Benefiting the
New London Homeless Hospitality Center, this 5K road race begins and ends at McCook's Point Beach located in Niantic, Connecticut. Day of registration and packet pickup begins at 8:30am. Race start is at 10:00 am.
Early Registration for this event is $25.00 for adults and $15.00 for 18 and under and veterans this runs through November 1st.
Day of registration is $30.00 for adults or $20.00 for 18 and under. Only cash or a checks will be accepted race day.
"No one who served our country should have to live on the street." That is the mission of the New London Homeless Hospitality Center. The students and faculty of East Lyme High School encourage everyone to reflect and participate this Veterans Day by running our first annual 5K road race.
Founded in 2006 the H.H.C. regularly host up to 23 Vets at any given time and provides temporary housing and assistance to 600 guests annually. During this season of giving please consider volunteering your talent, providing a monetary gift or donating the necessary means necessary to sustain the N.L.H.H.C.
The Center regularly prepares Veterans transitioning into the community by assisting them in obtaining careers, building self confidence and become a valued part of our Connecticut community.
The 5K road race winds through the beach community of Niantic and will begin at 10:00 am. The top three men and women will be recognized.
PARKING:
Parking at the upper entrance at McCooks Point Beach lot only. We
want to ensure a safe area for participants registering and finishing.
There will be signs and volunteers directing you to the parking areas
noted below.
