Farm & Forest All-Terrain 5K
Stamford, United States • 12 Apr 2026
Event Overview
The Farm & Forest All-Terrain 5K and Hog Wild Kids Fun Run occur at the Stamford Museum and Nature Center in Stamford, Connecticut. This event takes place on a course that navigates through a working farm and wooded trails, offering participants a path that transitions between different natural environments.
The available distances include:
- 3.1 Miles (5K)
- 0.3 Miles (Kids Fun Run)
The 3.1 Miles course consists of a two-loop route. The race begins at the Fedele Family Plaza and passes through Heckscher Farm, where runners encounter various animals such as cows, horses, llamas, goats, and donkeys. The path continues around Bendel Pond and leads up to the Bendel Mansion, which features lion statues and an Italian Renaissance fountain. The layout also incorporates the wooded trails of the Stamford Museum & Nature Center and crosses over Otter Bridge.
For younger participants, the 0.3 Miles Kids Fun Run is open to children ages 5 and older. This route leads past farm animals including a Scottish Highland cow. Additionally, a free educational drop-off service is provided for children over the age of 4 during the 5K race. This supervised area includes arts, crafts, and games. Same-day registration is available for the 5K event, though participation numbers for the kids' event are limited. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.