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Published 3/23/26 2:05PM
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UConn Health Half Marathon, 10K & 5K - Volunteer Opportunity

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Simsbury, CT
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  • Details

    Time Commitment:
    A few hours
    Commitment Details:
    Select your own activity!
    Recurrence:
    One time only
    Volunteers Needed:
    35
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Education, Health & Medicine, Seniors & Retirement, Women
    Good For:
    Teens, Public Groups, Age 55+, Private Corporate Groups
    Age Requirement:
    16+
    Other Requirements:
    ages 16+ can be accompanied by a guardian

    Description

    UConn Health Half Marathon, 10K & 5K - Volunteer Opportunity

    EVENT INFORMATION

    Event: UConn Health Half Marathon, 10K & 5K

    Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026

    Start/Finish location: Simsbury Performing Arts Center, 22 Iron Horse Boulevard, Simsbury, CT 06070

    Runners: 1700 total anticipated

    Event Description: The long-time, beloved race tradition on Iron Horse features a picturesque two-loop 13.1 mile course along the Farmington River and local farmlands, with 10K and 5K race distance options. The post-race party is highlighted by delicious food served alongside refreshing craft beer.

    Volunteer perks: volunteer t shirt, coffee and breakfast at Volunteer check in, after volunteering enjoy the post race food and drink (21+ with ID), $5 off future HMF Events ($10 for Course Monitors) which may be transferred to family/friends.

    Below is a list of current open Volunteer activities:

    • Thursday (6/4) at Fleet Feet West Hartford - Athlete Packet Pickup - 3:15 pm - 6:15pm - distribute bibs and shirts

    These opportunities are on Saturday, June 6th, 2026

    • Registration - 5:40 am - 7:30 am
    • Athlete Beer Tent - 7:15 am - 10:45 am
    • Athlete Food Tent - 7:15 am - 10:45 am
    • Finish Line - 7:00 am - 10:45 am
    • Course Monitor - 6:30 am - 10:30 am
    • Athlete Bag Check (Post Race) - 7:30 am -10:30 am
    • Kids Race - 8:30 am - 9:30 am
    • **When you register as a volunteer you are agreeing to HMF's Volunteer Waiver***

    Location

    On-site

    Simsbury Performing Arts Center

    22 Iron Horse Blvd, Simsbury, CT 06070, USA

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    Please e-mail Jess Tessman with any questions! JeTessman@alz.org

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