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Saturday, August 8th, 2026
74 Joe's Hill Rd., Danbury CT
5K
66–82°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years
2025
61–81°F
dry
2024
61–71°F
rain
2023
68–79°F
dry
2022
74–89°F
dry
2021
66–75°F
rain
2020
65–81°F
rain
2019
65–81°F
dry
2018
72–84°F
rain
2017
62–73°F
dry
2016
65–83°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Aug 8
Foggy · 55–82°F
Saturday, Aug 8starts near 55°F · 23% chance of rain · wind up to 10 mph
About this race
Race Overview
The Perogie Dash is set to take place on August 8, 2026, at 74 Joe's Hill Rd., Danbury, CT. For more information, visit the race website.
Events
- 5K Run and Health Walk: 9 a.m.
- 1K Kids Fun Run: 8:30 a.m.
- Sponsored By: Holy Trinity Orthodox Church www.holytrinitydanbury.org
- Beneficiary: The Healing Hearts Center for Grieving Children and Families in Danbury, CT https://regionalhospicect.org/bereavement-services/
Ammenities
- T-Shirt: Custom designed for all participants pre-registered by August 3 and as available race day.
- Post Race Party: Featuring Holy Trinity’s Famous Homemade Perogies and other fine refreshments.
Prizes
- Top Finishers: Matroiska Nesting Doll Prizes for top male and female: and top 3 male and female finishers in age groups - under 14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+.
- Kids Fun Run: Medals awarded to all participants.
Race Day Registration/Check-in
- Start Time: Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. at Holy Trinity Orthodox Church.
- Check-in Move: At 8:30 a.m. check-in will move to the driveway entrance and Joe's Hill.
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