Event Description
Abner Oakes III Veterans Road Race 10/30/2021
Previously the The Hamden Veterans Run and now has a new name.
The event will also include a 10k in addition to the 5k and it will still be held at Town Center Park in Hamden, CT on Saturday, October 30, 2021.
This event is dedicated to honor Abner Oakes III, a Navy Veteran and the founder of the Hamden Veterans Commission. In 2010 Abner was inducted into the Veterans Hall of Fame. Abner passed away May 29, 2021.
The 10k will start at 8:15 am and the 5k Run will start at 8:30 am. Both courses will offer runners flat grass surface at the start and finish and the majority of the race on a paved trail with rolling terrain.
T-shirts guaranteed for runners registered by October 21, 2021.
Snacks and refreshments provided post race.
Proceeds from the event will go to the House of Heroes Connecticut.
Online registration will CLOSE at 8:00PM on Thursday 10/28/2021.
Event details and schedule
Abner Oakes III Veterans Road Race 10/30/2021
The event will also include a 10k in addition to the 5k and it will still be held at Town Center Park in Hamden, CT on Saturday, October 30, 2021.
This event is dedicated to honor Abner Oakes III, a Navy Veteran and the founder of the Hamden Veterans Commission. In 2010 Abner was inducted into the Veterans Hall of Fame. Abner passed away May 29, 2021.
The 10k will start at 8:15 am and the 5k Run will start at 8:30 am. Both courses will offer runners flat grass surface at the start and finish and the majority of the race on a paved trail with rolling terrain.
T-shirts guaranteed for runners registered by October 21, 2021.
Snacks and refreshments provided post race.
Proceeds from the event will go to the House of Heroes Connecticut.
Online registration will CLOSE at 8:00PM on Thursday 10/28/2021.
Bib number and T-shirt pickup are only available on race morning.
- Athlete entry
- Race T-shirt
- Chip Timing
- Race day parking
- Post race refreshments
