SUNDAY, OCTOBER 1ST
A RUNNING TRADITION UNLIKE ANY OTHER!
REGISTRATION HAS BEGUN!
https://appleharvestfestival.itsyourrace.com/register
2023 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:
NOT IN TOWN OCTOBER 1ST? - CHECK OUT OUR VIRTUAL OPTION
Run, walk, hike 5 Mile, 5K or 2 Mile between September 24th and October 2nd
Register within the first 800 and receive a t-shirt!!
Not eligible for age category medals
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 3rd place medals will be given to male and females in the Chamber Corporate Cup
Over all trophy given out to top elementary school in the Y CUP
Over all 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 (16.03) Female (18.42)
- 5 Mile - Male (24.36) Female (27.31)
Little Fritter Fun Runs
Sponsored by MT Southington
Always a fun and spirited event at the Apple Harvest Festival 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 (make and female) to compete for the Chamber Corporate Cup
5K starts with regular AHRR 5K at 8:45
To register teams, contact John Myers (jmyers@sccymca.org or 860-919-1193
Middle School 5K
6th, 7th, 8th graders compete for individuals awards. Top 15 boys and girls
Kennedy and DePaolo compete for the Middle School 5K Cup
5K starts with regular AHRR 5K at 8:45
Color Fun Run/Walk
Sponsored by SoCCA
New, colorful addition to our AFRR 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 100. Sign up before Sept. 15 and receive a free t-shirt to wear on October 1st!
To register teams, contact John Myers (jmyers@sccymca.org 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 and Kelley Elementary School tied and were the proud winners of the 2022 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
Some 'cool' stuff about the Apple Harvest Festival Road Races:
First 800 registered to receive specially designed t-shirt
First 250 registered for Little Fritter Fun Run 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, September 29th -- 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday, September 30th -- 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sunday, October 1st -- 7 a.m. to 8 a.m.
If you qualified for free t-shirt (First 800 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 100 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 2023 sponsors below.
This generous support is a great validation of the work the Y does to support local individuals and families.
Check out our 2023 Sponsorship Opportunities by clicking here. Contact our Race Director, John Myers for specific questions at jmyers@sccymca.org or 860.919.1193.
