Chasing Ciara's Light

Monroe, United States • 4 Oct 2025

Chasing Ciara's Light 5K/12K Trail Race 2025, held at Great Hollow Lake in Monroe, CT, offers timed 5K and 12K trail races along a scenic course. Sanctioned by USATF and spectator-friendly, it features multiple spots for cheering. A Kids Fun Run provides additional family-friendly activity.

The course runs through shaded trails, with 95% under the canopy of tree cover. Proceeds support the Ciara O'Driscoll Memorial Scholarship Program and Ciara's Light Foundation. Empire Timing handles results; sponsors 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.

Race information

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