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Chasing Ciara's Light

Monroe, United States • 4 Oct 2025

Event overview

Chasing Ciara's Light 5K/12K Trail Race takes place on October 4, 2025, at Great Hollow Lake in Monroe, CT. The event includes timed trail races and a Kids Fun Run. The course is sanctioned by USAT&F and is described as spectator friendly with multiple viewing spots. About 95% of the trail runs under tree canopy. Proceeds benefit the Ciara O'Driscoll Memorial Scholarship Program and Ciara's Light Foundation. Timing is provided by The Empire Timing Company.

  • 5K
  • 12K
  • Kids Fun Run

Logistics

The event is held rain or shine. Online registration closes at 12:00 PM on Friday, October 3, 2025. Early bib and shirt pick-up is scheduled for October 3 at Great Hollow Lake from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. On-site registration is available the morning of the event. Sponsors listed for the event include Santa Energy, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate, The Original Vazzy's, and Abriola Parkview Funeral Home. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Connecticut Monroe

Race information

Website Registration
12 km
12k
5 km
Kids Fun Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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