Sterling Down and Dirty 5k
Stratford, United States • 12 Sep 2026
2026 Sterling Down & Dirty 5K
The Sterling Down & Dirty 5K is an obstacle based run held at Short Beach on Dorne Drive in Stratford, Connecticut on September 12, 2026. The course is approximately 5K long and includes more than 18 obstacles. The event is presented as family friendly and allows children to run the full course; there is no separate kids run.
Participants receive a race shirt and a finisher's medal. Proceeds support the Sterling Community Center and its programs, including the Sterling Food Pantry and youth development and youth programs. Registration is offered in adult and youth categories with tiered pricing periods; a group discount of five dollars per person applies for groups of four or more when all names are registered together.
Age and participation rules are specified: the event is open to participants aged eight and older; children aged eight to eleven must run with a registered adult, while those aged twelve to seventeen do not require an adult chaperone but must follow event rules. Children seven and under are not permitted to run.
Information about logistics notes that there will be designated parking areas at no charge and that spectators are welcome. There is no bag check and coolers are not allowed. Recommended footwear is sneakers suitable for running, climbing, and crawling; utility gloves are permitted and team costumes are welcome. Waivers for participants under 18 must be signed by a legal guardian. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.