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Asher's Answer 5K Walk/Run

Sat, May 16, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT

Location
Shelton, CT
16 Progress Drive, 06484
Featured distance
5K
Type
RUN
Official registration

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At a glance

Run or walk for a meaningful cause, supporting families of children with rare trisomies. Enjoy a well-timed 5K with family-friendly activities.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners, runners who like a competitive edge

Join the Annual Asher’s Answer 5K Walk/Run in Shelton, CT, a heartfelt event dedicated to supporting families of children with rare trisomies. All proceeds directly benefit Asher’s Answer, a non-profit providing crucial financial aid. This event welcomes everyone, from leisurely walkers to competitive runners, with official timing available. Bring the whole family, as children under 13 can enjoy dedicated games and activities while adults participate in the 5K.

What to expect

  • Support a non-profit providing financial aid to families with rare trisomies.
  • Enjoy a 5K run or walk with official timing, plus games for children under 13.
  • Receive a long-sleeved race shirt when registering in advance, with light refreshments available.

Standout details

  • Supports families with rare trisomies
  • Children's games and activities
  • Official chip timing
  • Long-sleeved race shirt (advance registration)

Perks & features

  • Shirt

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Easygoing

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The course

  • Hilly
  • Timed race
From the organizer

This is the Annual Asher’s Answer 5K Run/Walk in honor of Asher Nathaniel Gibson.

All proceeds will be used to provide support to our non-profit organization, Asher’s Answer, a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide financial support to families of children with rare trisomies.

This year, there will be games and activities for children under age 13, so feel free to bring the entire family!!!

NOTE: For safety and security purposes, race participants must be at least 13 yrs of age. Children younger than that can still come and participate in various games/activities while their parents race, but cannot race. Infant and toddlers may race with their parents only if they are transported in strollers or strapped to parents (ie body carriers).

Event Options

Live 5K run Live 5K walk All are welcome—leisurely strollers and competitive racers; there will be an official timer present, FastTrackTiming, LLC Event Schedule

Race day check-in opens: 8:30am Race starts: 10am sharp! (arrive early to allow for check-in and carb loading!)Light refreshments will be provided before and after the race Bottled water will be available throughout the course race, at designated checkpoints Race Shirts

A long-sleeved race shirt will be given to all participants who register in advance by May 1st 2026. A limited amount of additional shirts will be available to those who register on the day of the event—Note: size availability will also be limited Refund Policy

Entry fees are non-refundable

Questions:

If you have any questions about this event, please call 609-760-7982

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