Summer 5K, Music Festival Coming Up In CT

BETHELEM, CT — The first annual Highly Caffeinated 5K + Music Festival will be Saturday, Aug. 21 at March Farm in Bethlehem. It's described as an all-day, family-friendly event that will bring together "the best of casually competitive outdoor exercise with a celebration of great tunes from some of the top acoustic rock musicians in the country," according to a statement.

Proceeds from the event will benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation’s Connecticut chapter.

“We started Highly Caffeinated as a way to uplift others and give back to groups we believe in,” said event organizers Corey and Renée Durkin, the husband-and-wife founders of the triathlon team. “Make-A-Wish’s efforts to bring joy to the lives of critically ill children and their families is something we want to support in every way possible.”

The Highly Caffeinated 5K + Music Festival kicks off at 10 a.m. on Aug. 21 with a three-lap course around the rolling hills of the family-owned March Farm. The entry-level race is open to runners and walkers of all ages and abilities.

Eight music acts will perform from noon to 8 p.m. Headlined by The Alternate Routes, the music festival also includes sets from some acoustic rock and folk musicians, including Chris Trapper, Seth Glier, Fast River, Brian Jarvis, Gracie Day, and The Penniless Wild.

Food and drink vendors on-site will include The Mobile Pub, Frankie’s Hot Dogs, Rebel Dog Brewing Co., and other local favorites.

Tickets start at $35 for the 5K only, $45 for the music festival only, and $40 for combined admission while children under the age of 16 are free. Entry fees for 5K participants include chip timing, custom bibs, race awards, and a post-race beer from The Mobile Pub. Tickets, sponsorship opportunities, and more information are available at trimorebemore.com/5k.