Run Walk For The Penguins
Sunday, October 18, 2026 · 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM EDT
Mystic Aquarium, 55 Coogan Blvd · Milford, CT
About this event
Mark your calendars for Sunday, October 18 at 9:00 a.m. and join us at Mystic Aquarium for our annual Run Walk for the Penguins! Whether you take on the 5K Run or enjoy the 2-Mile Walk, every step helps support Mystic Aquarium’s conservation efforts to protect critically endangered African penguins. Registration opens in mid-August and includes admission to Mystic Aquarium on race day! This year’s event will feature: * Visits from some of our African penguins before the race * Music from 107.7 to keep the energy high * Delicious breakfast burritos from a local food truck * Complimentary stretch sessions from Stretch Zone Mystic * Refreshing non-alcoholic beer from Athletic Brewing Company * A Kids Fun Run for our youngest penguin supporters * Original penguin artwork awarded to top finishers and fundraisers * Family-friendly activities and plenty of penguin fun throughout the morning Whether you’re running for a personal best or walking with family and friends, you’ll be making a meaningful impact for one of the world’s most endangered penguin species. We can’t wait to waddle with you! Register
Event details
- Date and time
- Sunday, October 18, 2026 · 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM EDT
- Venue
- Mystic Aquarium, 55 Coogan Blvd · Milford, CT
- Category
- Sports
- Cost
- Cost not stated
- Age guidance
- Age guidance not specified
- Format
- In person
- Last verified
- October 7, 2026
Accessibility
Wheelchair: Not stated
Assistive Listening: Not stated
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