A RUNNING TRADITION UNLIKE ANY OTHER!
MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR OUR 46TH RUNNING
ON SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2025
Registration begins on April 1, 2025
2025 Options
5K (3.1 Miles) - Title Sponsor: Six Point Wealth Advisors
<>Starts at 8:45 a.m.
5 Mile - Title Sponsor: Six Point Wealth Advisors
<>Starts at 8:30 a.m.
2 Mile Walk (not timed) - Title Sponsor: Hartford HealthCare
<>Starts at 8:30 a.m.
Y-CUP 1-Mile Run for 4th and 5th Graders -
<>Starts around 9:10 at 2.1 Mile mark of 5K course
Middle School Cup (5K)
<>Starts with 5K Race at 8:45 a.m.
Chamber Corporate Cup (5K)
<>Starts with 5K Race at 8:45 a.m.
Little Fritter Fun Runs - Title Sponsor: Mount Southington Ski Area
<>Starts around 10 a.m. after conclusion of 5 Mile/5K Race
Color Fun Run/Walk - Title Sponsor: SoCCA
<>Starts at 8:30 a.m. Meet at the Y at 8:00 a.m.
Thank you to our Media Sponsor for the Apple Harvest Road Race:
Awards
Specially designed medals will be given out to 1st, 2nd, 3rd place male, female, and non-binary in both the 5k and 5 Mile events in the following age categories: Overall, 7-10, 11-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, and 80 plus
The Dave Gworek Memorial Trophy is given out to the top male and female Southington finisher in the 5 Mile Race
The Tony Manning Memorial Trophy is given out to the top male and female Southington finisher in the 5 K Race
The Chris Sanchez Memorial Trophy is given out to the top Southington High School Soccer finisher.
1st thru 5th place medals will be given to 4th and 5th grade boys and girls in the Y CUP 1-Mile Run
1st thru 15th place medals will be given out to Middle School boys and girls in the Middle School 5K.
1st thru 3rd place medals will be given to male and females in the Chamber Corporate Cup
Overall trophy given out to top elementary school in the Y CUP
Overall trophy given out to top middle school in the Middle School 5K
Overall trophy given out to top business/agency in the Chamber Corporate Cup
Little Fritter Fun Run participants will receive a medal.
$200 for record breaking performances in:
- 5K - Male (15.39) Female (18.02)
- 5 Mile - Male (24.33) Female (27.31)
Little Fritter Fun Runs
Sponsored by MT Southington
Always a fun and spirited event at the Apple Harvest Road Race
A variety of options, ranging from 50 yards to two laps around the Town Green are offered.
For ages 2 to 6
Little Fritter Fun Runs begin at the conclusion of the 5K/5Mile events. Approximately 9:45 to 10:00 a.m.
YMCA Staff coordinate smaller races by age and ability.
Participants receive a medal (one medal per person)
1st 250 to sign up for Little Fritter Fun Run receive t-shirts.
Chamber Corporate 5K
Sponsored by Southington Chamber of Commerce
Local businesses and organizations sign up teams of at least three members (male and female) to compete for the Chamber Corporate Cup
5K starts with regular AHRR 5K at 8:45
To register teams, contact John Myers ([email protected] or 860-919-1193
Middle School 5K
6th, 7th, 8th graders compete for individual's awards. Top 15 boys and girls receive medals.
Kennedy and DePaolo compete for the Middle School 5K Cup.
5K starts with regular Apple Harvest Road Race 5K at 8:45
Color Fun Run/Walk
Sponsored by SoCCA
Colorful addition to our Apple Harvest Road Race offerings!
1.5 miles - ideal for family fun
Get 'color blasted' at stations along the route.
Starts at 8:30 a.m. Meet at the Y at 8:00 a.m.
Limited to 150. Everyone receives a free t-shirt to wear on October 5th!
To register teams, contact John Myers ([email protected] or 860-919-1193
Y CUP 1-Mile Run:
The Y CUP 1-Mile Run is back for 4th and 5th graders.
1st thru 5th place medals for 4th and 5th grade boys and girls will be awarded.
Children in Southington elementary schools compete for the prestigious Y CUP.
NOTE: Registration is limited to 150 participants.
Derynoski Elementary School was the proud winners of the 2024 Y CUP!
Community Teams are also back!
- Team SMSAA (Southington Middle School Athletic Association)
- Team Tyler in honor/memory of Tyler Chamberland
- Team Adam & Jim in honor/memory of Adam Levin & Jim Maffiolini
- Team Ralph in honor/memory of Ralph Mann
- Cure Crew - raising funds to beat childhood cancer
- Team CT Storm - raising funds to support local track and field programs
Please contact John Myers ([email protected]) if you would like more info on honoring a loved one as a community team. It's also a nice way to race money for specific charities/causes.
Some 'cool' stuff about the Apple Harvest Road Races:
First 750 registered to receive specially designed t-shirt.
First 250 registered for Little Fritter Fun Run receive t-shirt.
All Color Fun Run participants who sign up by September 15th receive t-shirt.
Everyone receives specially designed bib.
Be part of Southington's hometown road race.
All proceeds go to support local individuals and families.
Packet Pick-Up Info:
Packet Pick-Up (t-shirts and bibs) takes place at the Southington Community YMCA, 29 High Street, Southington, CT 06489
Friday, October 3rd-- 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday, October 4th -- 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sunday, October 5th-- 7 a.m. to 8 a.m.
If you qualified for free t-shirt (First 750 for 5 Mile, 5K, Y CUP, 2 Mile) and first 250 for Little Fritter Fun Runs), we recommend that you pick up 'sooner than later on above dates/times' so you can be assured of your desired t-shirt size)
Color Fun Run/Walk is limited to 150 participants. Sign up by September 15th and receive a t-shirt.
Like our Y's Facebook Group: Southington Runners
Also, you may be interested in the Y’s Facebook page called Southington Runners.
Lots of great, fun, and inspiring ‘running stuff’ is posted on a regular basis.
Please check us out and like us!
Big time thanks to our Sponsors
See our list of 2024 sponsors below.
This generous support is a great validation of the work the Y does to support local individuals and families.
Check out our 2025 Sponsorship Opportunities by clicking here. Contact our Race Director, John Myers for specific questions at [email protected] or 860.919.1193.
