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PCS Harvest Hustle 5K

Name: PCS Harvest Hustle 5K
Start: 2026-09-19
End: 2026-09-19
Location: Pomfret

Pomfret, United States • 19 Sep 2026

PCS Harvest Hustle 5K and Kids Run

The PCS Harvest Hustle is a community fundraiser featuring a trail 5K and a kids 0.5 mile fun run. The event is organized by the Pomfret Community School Parent Teacher Organization to raise funds that support teachers, classroom activities and enrichment opportunities within the PCS community.

Location details are provided for the event in Pomfret Center, Connecticut. Registration fees vary by date: if registered by July 15 the fee is $35 for the 5K and $10 for the kids run; registration from July 15 through September 19 is $40 for the 5K and $15 for the kids run.

Awards are presented separately for male and female finishers in the following age groups: 19 and under, 20 to 29, 30 to 39, 40 to 49, and 50 and over. All finishers receive a finisher medal.

The event format includes distinct adult and youth distances and is described as a trail run for the 5K. Information focuses on the fundraiser purpose, the two race distances, the fee schedule by registration date, award categories, and finisher recognition. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Connecticut Pomfret

Race information

Registration

5 km

Kids Fun Run

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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