The Jeet Patel Memorial 5k
Sat, Apr 25, 2026, 9:30 AM EDT
- Location
- New Haven, CT
- East Shore Park, 350 Woodward Ave, 06512
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
At a glance
Honor a hero and support vital community programs at this memorial 5K, featuring some of New England's largest cash prizes.
- Competitive
- For a Cause
Competitive
For a CauseWho it's for
- For a Cause
- Military & First Responders
For a Cause
Military & First RespondersGreat for: cause-driven runners, runners who like a competitive edge
Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing
Join the 4th Annual Petty Officer Jeet Patel Memorial 5K in New Haven, CT, a special event honoring the life and service of Jeet Patel. This race supports organizations he was passionate about, including the Hamden Police Cadets, Boy Scouts, New Haven Marines, and Hamden Police Department. Your participation provides vital resources for future leaders and service members, ensuring Jeet's legacy of dedication lives on. With some of New England's largest cash prizes, it's a day of remembrance, community, and inspiration for all runners.
What to expect
- Run a 5K course dedicated to remembrance and community spirit.
- Support the Hamden Police Cadets, Boy Scouts, New Haven Marines, and Hamden Police Department.
- Compete for some of the largest cash prizes in New England.
Standout details
- Honors Petty Officer Jeet Patel, USNSCC
- Benefits Hamden Police Cadets & Boy Scouts
- Largest cash prizes in New England
Perks & features
- Awards
AwardsFrom the public listing — confirm on the official site.
Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.
Distances & registration
2 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 5K
Sat, Apr 25, 9:30 AM EDT · From $28.00
Opens Jan 11, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Apr 25, 2026, 5:30 AM EDT
- 5K
Sat, Apr 25, 9:30 AM EDT · From $28.00
Opens Jan 11, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Apr 25, 2026, 5:30 AM EDT
Vibe Check
Easygoing
Easygoing- Rolling area
Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.
The course
- Rolling
- Timed race
From the organizer
Join us for the 4th Annual Petty Officer Jeet Patel Memorial 5K Race, a special event in memory of Petty Officer Jeet Patel, USNSCC. This race celebrates the life and service of a man who was deeply committed to his community and country. Jeet was actively involved with the Hamden Police Cadets and the Boy Scouts—organizations he was passionate about and would have loved to support.
All proceeds from the race will benefit these programs plus New Haven Marines & Hamden Police Department, providing vital resources for the next generation of leaders, first responders, and service members. By participating, you are helping to ensure that Jeet's legacy of service and dedication lives on in these incredible programs.
This year, we're proud to offer some of the largest cash prizes in New England, adding even more excitement to an already incredible cause. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to support a meaningful cause, we invite you to join us for this unforgettable day of remembrance, community, and inspiration.
Mark your calendars and lace up your running shoes for the 4th Annual Petty Officer Jeet Patel Memorial 5K! Let's come together to honor a hero and give back to the programs that meant so much to him.
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