FROSTY GOES OFF ROAD !
Saturday, December 19, 2026 | 10:00 AM
Roosevelt Forest | Stratford, Connecticut
Get Off the Road and Into the Holiday Spirit!
Bundle up, lace up, and join us for the Frosty Forest 5K, a festive 3.1-mile adventure through the beautiful trails of Roosevelt Forest in Stratford, Connecticut!
Whether you're an experienced trail runner, tackling your first 5K, or looking for a fun holiday outing with the family, this race is for you. Run, jog, hike, or walk your way through the forest and enjoy some fresh winter air and holiday cheer along the way.
New to trail running? This is a great place to start! While some trail experience can be helpful, beginners are welcome. Be prepared for natural terrain, hills, roots, rocks, and whatever December weather brings our way.
Holiday attire is encouraged! Santa hats, reindeer antlers, ugly Christmas sweaters, and festive costumes are all welcome. Who knows? You might even spot Frosty himself out on the trails!
Race Details
Date: Saturday, December 19, 2026
Start Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Roosevelt Forest, 700 Peters Lane, Stratford, CT
Distance: 5K (3.1 miles)
Terrain: Wooded trails with natural surfaces, hills, roots, and rocks- potentially icy and/or muddy conditions
Participation: Run, jog, hike, or walk — all paces welcome!
Holiday Attire: Encouraged, but not required!
Bring the Whole Family!
The Frosty Forest 5K is a family-friendly event welcoming participants of all ages and abilities. It's a great opportunity to introduce younger runners to the trails or enjoy an active holiday outing together.
Important: Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult who is also officially registered for the race. The accompanying adult must remain with the child throughout the entire course.
All participating children must be registered for the event.
Awards & Finisher Medals
Overall Awards: Awards will be presented to the top three male and top three female finishers.
Youth Awards (Ages 12 & Under): Awards will be presented to the top three fastest youth finishers, regardless of gender. Youth runners are also eligible for overall awards.
Finisher Medals: Every participant who completes the 5K will receive a custom-designed Frosty Forest 5K finisher medal!
Running for a Good Cause: As always, a portion of race proceeds will support local organizations and community causes.
Registration & Refund Policy
All registrations are final. There are no refunds or deferrals.
Registration fees help cover event expenses and support our charitable contributions. If you're unable to participate, your registration fee will be retained to support the event and its charitable efforts.
The Frosty Forest 5K is part of the Roosevelt Forest Ultras race series, bringing runners together throughout the year to experience the trails of Roosevelt Forest.
Learn more about our races at:
https://www.rooseveltforestultras.com/
Happy Holidays, Happy Trails, and to All a Good Run!
We'll see you in the forest!
Event's current local time: 6:37 PM ET
