Joshua Hall

Lace up your sneakers for the 5th annual MOVE! 5K and Movement Festival THIS SATURDAY, in Hartford’s historic Keney Park. The MOVE 5K and Movement Festival is hosted by the Urban League of Greater Hartford, in partnership with the Hartford Marathon Foundation (HMF) and presenting sponsors RTX and CVS Health.

The event kicks off July 18 at 9 a.m. with the 5K Road Race and a 1-Mile Run/Walk, followed by the free HMF FitKids Fun Run. The awards ceremony begins at 10:30 a.m. and includes the presentation of the Annual Exum Award, honoring former RTX executive and Urban League Board member Earl Exum and his family.

Registration fees for the 5K and 1-Mile Run/Walk are $25 for adults, $15 for participants ages 13–21, and free for children ages 12 and under. Admission to the Movement Festival is free for all ages. 

Advance and onsite registration are both available. Event shirts will be available while supplies last.

Event proceeds help make the Urban League of Greater Hartford's education, employment, housing, health, and justice programs and services free to all.

Swimsuits and towels are highly encouraged for the free Movement Festival, taking place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Hartford Parks and Recreation will open the Keney Park swimming pool for race and festival participants to experience one of the park's hidden gems. In addition to swimming, the public can enjoy fitness demonstrations, health information, fresh produce, arts and crafts, live entertainment, community resources, and music by DJ Sammie Soca. The Urban League Young Professionals will also host the YP Games, where registered teams will compete in a series of fun challenges.

Whether running, walking, dancing, swimming, competing, learning, or simply spending a summer morning with family and friends at the park, the Movement Festival offers something for everyone!