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Farm & Forest All- Terrain 5K & Hog Wild Kids Fun Run

Sun, Apr 12, 2026, 8:30 AM EDT

Location
Stamford, CT
Stamford Museum and Nature Center, 151 Scofieldtown Road, 06903
Type
RUN
Official registration

Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.

At a glance

Run past farm animals and historic landmarks on a scenic all-terrain course, with a special fun run for kids.

  • Fun
  • Scenic
  • Quirky
  • Festive

Who it's for

  • Family Friendly

Great for: families

Less ideal for: pure PR-chasing on a bare course

Prepare for a delightful day of movement at the Farm & Forest All-Terrain 5K and Hog Wild Kids Fun Run in Stamford, CT. This unique event invites runners to explore a picturesque course through Heckscher Farm, encountering friendly animals like cows, llamas, and donkeys. The 5K route features a scenic two-loop journey around Bendel Pond, past the striking Bendel Mansion, and along wooded trails. Children can enjoy their own 0.3-mile adventure, making it a wonderful outing for the whole family.

What to expect

  • Enjoy a unique 5K course winding through Heckscher Farm, past friendly animals and historic Bendel Mansion.
  • Explore wooded trails, cross Otter Bridge, and take in the natural beauty of the Stamford Museum & Nature Center.
  • Children aged 5 and up can join the Hog Wild Kids Fun Run, a 0.3-mile adventure past farm residents.

Standout details

  • Run past friendly farm animals
  • Scenic route by Bendel Pond
  • Historic Bendel Mansion & lion statues
  • Hog Wild Kids Fun Run (0.3-mile)

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 3.1 Miles

    Sun, Apr 12, 8:30 AM EDT · From $38.10

    Opens Dec 30, 2025, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Feb 6, 2026, 6:59 PM EST

  • Kids Fun Run

    Sun, Apr 12, 8:00 AM EDT · From $16.90

    Opens Dec 30, 2025, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Apr 12, 2026, 7:59 AM EDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

  • Rolling area

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

  • Rolling
  • Family-oriented
From the organizer

Get ready for a day of fun and fitness at the Farm & Forest All-Terrain 5K and Hog Wild Kids Fun Run on Sunday, April 12, 2026, in Stamford, Western Connecticut! The festivities begin with the Hog Wild Kids Fun Run at 8:00 AM, followed by the All-Terrain 5K at 8:30 AM.

Runners will enjoy a unique course starting at the Fedele Family Plaza and winding through the picturesque Heckscher Farm, where they’ll pass friendly farm residents including cows, horses, llamas, goats, and donkeys.

The 5K features a scenic two-loop route around Bendel Pond and up to the striking Bendel Mansion, complete with its iconic lion statues and Italian Renaissance fountain. Participants will continue along the wooded trails of the Stamford Museum & Nature Center, cross Otter Bridge, and make their return through Heckscher Farm—an unforgettable run surrounded by nature and wildlife.

Meanwhile, the Hog Wild Kids Fun Run invites children ages 5 and up to enjoy a 0.3-mile adventure past cows, goats, and even a Scottish Highland cow named Petunia! With a limited number of spots available, early registration is encouraged.

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