Greenwich will come together on June 6, 2026, for the inaugural “America’s 250th – Greenwich Community 5K & Fun Mile,” a community race and walking event celebrating local pride and the 250th anniversary of the United States.
Held under the theme “One Community. Two Distances. 250 Years of History,” the event will feature both a timed 5K and a family-friendly, mile-long “fun run” through scenic Bruce Park, offering an inclusive experience for participants of all ages and abilities.
Presented by the Bruce Museum and Greenwich United Way, with support provided by the Greenwich Road Runners, the “Greenwich Community 5K & Fun Mile” reflects a shared commitment to community engagement, wellness, and civic pride as the nation approaches its semiquincentennial.
The event is part of the America 250 Greenwich Commission’s yearlong celebration of America’s 250th birthday.
“America’s 250th is a meaningful moment to celebrate the history that shaped our nation and the community that continues to carry that legacy forward,” said Mary Kate O’Hare, Ph.D., Bruce Museum’s Susan E. Lynch Executive Director and CEO. “All of us at the Bruce are proud to help bring Greenwich together for an event that combines civic pride, wellness, and shared purpose.”
“This event is a wonderful way to unite neighbors of all ages around a shared celebration of community spirit and local connection” said David Rabin, CEO of Greenwich United Way.
“We’re thrilled to partner in an initiative that encourages participation, supports community engagement, and honors this important milestone in our country’s history.”
The Bruce Museum and Greenwich United Way have created a unique logo for the “Greenwich Community 5K & Fun Mile” featuring the Yankee Doodle Dog created by the Greenwich Historical Society for the Town of Greenwich. Yankee Doodle Dog will be visiting the Bruce
Museum on June 6 to cheer on the race participants.
Participants are encouraged to register in advance at:
https://runsignup.com/Race/CT/
Event: America’s 250th – Greenwich Community 5K & Fun MileDate: June 6, 2026
Time: 8:00am at The Bruce Museum in GreenwichRegistration: https://runsignup.com/Race/CT/
Located in Bruce Park and overlooking Greenwich Harbor, the Bruce Museum is a world-class institution that offers a changing array of exceptional exhibitions and educational programs that cultivate discovery and wonder through the power of art and science. Ahead of its time for taking this multidisciplinary approach over a century ago, the Bruce Museum is at the heart of contemporary efforts to bring together art, science and education to spark conversation, connection and creativity.
The Museum welcomes over 100,000 visitors annually, playing an integral role in the area’s cultural life. Find out more at brucemuseum.org.
The Greenwich United Way (GUW) shares a name with approximately 1,200 other similar organizations across the nation, although the Greenwich division is a privately incorporated, locally governed, nonprofit agency. As a volunteer-driven organization, the Greenwich United Way exists to help identify and address the health, educational and self-sufficiency needs specific to its local community and to create and affect meaningful, lasting solutions. Through various fundraising efforts and on-going research, the organization is able to directly grant the funds necessary to accomplish this goal. The Greenwich United Way also invests in and conducts collaborative efforts to address broad-based community needs with partnering nonprofit agencies. For more information, visit https://
Greenwich Road Runners has a diverse membership drawn together by the joy of running and its healthful benefits. We have developed a special camaraderie that comes from like-minded people supporting, encouraging, and enjoying being around each other.
Greenwich Road Runners hosts group runs, fun runs, training runs and programs on the road and track, provides awards for Greenwich Road Runners standout members, and hosts social events.
Greenwich Road Runners also engages in community activities to promote the benefits of running to improve the health of people in our community.