The 38th Bigelow Tea Community Challenge

🥇 Join Us for the 38th Bigelow Tea Community Challenge!

Sunday, Sept 28, 2025 @ The Wakeman Boys & Girls Club in Southport, CT

Event Options

• 5k Fun Run: A thrilling race through the community
• 3 Mile Walk: Enjoy a leisurely stroll for all ages
• 1 Mile Scamper/Obstacle Course: For kids 10 & under

🤝 Community Support

Held annually on the last Sunday of every September, Bigelow Tea Co., a third-generation family-owned business based in Fairfield Connecticut, strives to strengthen the ties we share with our community to support local non-profit organizations to provide spaces for youth development, mentorship and recreation.

Last year, thanks to our incredible participants and sponsors, we helped raise over $182,000 and look forward to this year's impact.

🎽 Registration Includes:

• A race T-shirt: Stylish and comfortable
• A heavy goodie bag: Filled with treats from local and sustainable partners
• A raffle ticket: Chance to win exciting prizes after the race
• Additional prizes: Awarded to the top three finishers in each age group (for running participants only)

👟 Important Dates & Event Times:

Saturday, September 27th: Pre-registration pickup at Bigelow Tea, 201 Black Rock Turnpike, Fairfield, CT 06825 from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Sunday, September 28th:

• 8:00 am: Bib pickup opens
• 9:00 am: Kids' Fun Run begins
• 10:10 am: 5K Run & 3K Walk begin
• 10:30 am: Snacks & hydration! (& Free Beer with event registration for Ages 21+)
• 11:00 am: Awards/Raffle begin. You must be present to win!

Please note: This is a rain or shine event! Due to the charitable nature of this event, NO REFUNDS will be issued.

📈 Event Information:

5K Run: This is a computer chip timed 5k event. Awards will be given to the overall men's and women's champions.

Age group awards three deep for 9 & under, 10-13, 14-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+

3K Fitness Walk: Walk at your own pace on a non-competitive course. This event is NOT computer-timed. There are no awards for this walk.

Kids' Fun Run: Kids 10 and under can enjoy a 100-yard Scamper, 1-mile jog, and an obstacle course. Kids will enjoy awards, snacks, and fun activities!

Virtual Event Options: Follow along with the event @bigelowtea. We encourage you to share your training photos/videos and your day-of run on social media using the hashtag #BigTeaCC to stay connected! The virtual option is NOT computer-timed. There are no awards or raffle prizes.

• PRICING: 5k Virtual Run and 3k Virtual Walk: $30

If you cannot pick up your shirt and/or giveaway, shipping will be: $5 for shirt, $5 for the goodie bag, $10 for both.

🚗 Parking Day of Race: Please find instructions HERE

🗺️ Course Maps: Find our course map for the 5K Run HERE & the 3K Walk HERE. Stay safe and enjoy the beautiful scenery!

RACE DIRECTOR - Marty Schaivone has 35 years of experience managing over 30 running events each year which help to raise over $250,000 for local charities. For more information & other event details- msrunningproductions@yahoo.com

🌐 More Information:

For registration and additional details, visit the official race page.