*Participants! THANK YOU for joining us! Please check your email for our Post Race Recap!!!

2027 Date to be announced soon!

Join the Inaugural Coast Guard Foundation Run to Remember - New London 5k Road Race & Walk!

Connect and be part of a community coming together to honor the brave men and women of the U.S. Coast Guard who made the ultimate sacrifice. Lace up, show your support, and join fellow Coast Guard families, service members, veterans, and community members as we remember their courage, celebrate their legacy, and ensure they are never forgotten!

Take a Step, Make a Difference!

Proceeds support the Coast Guard Foundation and the tragedy assistance program for our United States Coast Guard members and their families. 

Entry Fees: (Please note the entry prices below do not include processing fees)

5k:

Oct. 16 - Race Day: $50

Military/Veteran Discount: $10 off 

Kids Fun Run - Free!

(1/2 mile run; Registration still required!)

***The first 100 5k registrants will receive our Inaugural 2026 CGF Run to Remember - New London Coin!***

T-Shirts:

Limited Edition - Coast Guard Foundation Run to Remember T-Shirts available for $30.

Proceeds from these shirts go directly to our tragedy assistance program!

(Can purchase during registration or on race day!)

Parking:

Please use the following streets for parking:

Walbach St

Smith St

Trumbull St

Bowditch St

Additional Parking is available at the New London Community Recreation Center.

Accessible Parking can be found at the Fort Trumbull Visitor Center

Event Schedule:

Race day check-in opens at 7:30am

Kids Fun Run - 8:45am

CGF Run to Remember 5K start - 9:00am

Awards & Refreshments to Conclude!

The Course:

5k (3.1 Miles), chip-timing provided by SNERRO, LLC.

The race begins at Fort Trumbull State Park! 

This flat and fast, Out and Back style course offers fantastic views of the Thames River along Pequot Ave.

All Runners, Joggers, and Walkers of all ages and abilities are encouraged to participate!

Strollers welcomed!

Awards:
Top 3 male and female overall winners

Top 3 male and female in age groups:

14 & Under
15 - 19
20 - 29
30 - 39
40 - 49
50 - 59
60 - 69
70+

Interested in becoming a Sponsor or Volunteer?

Please contact: ddestefano@coastguardfoundation.org