New Hampshire is one of the smallest states in America, after Rhode Island, Delaware, Connecticut, and New Jersey. Still, it is big on beauty, attracting travelers with its incredible Appalachian mountains, national parks, lakes, rivers, and dense forests. Running races in New Hampshire is a great opportunity to see all that beauty.
5k Races in NH
1. Manchester Fire Cross Country 5K
Sep 9, 2022 – Friday
5K run | 5K trail run
Manchester, NH
The 3d Annual Manchester Fire Cross Country 5K will be held on September 9, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. All proceeds from the race benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
The course starts and finishes at Derryfield Park, Manchester, NH. It is a single-loop route with some hills and grassy terrain.
There will be a post-race party with access to the beer garden and tasty food.
The first 100 participants will receive a race T-shirt.
2. Thunder Run NH
Sep 10, 2022 – Saturday
5K trail run | 5K obstacle run
Candia, NH
The Thunder Run NH will be held on September 10, 2022, at Candia Springs Adventure Park, 446 Raymond Road, Candia, NH.
It is a unique 5K run with 20 physically challenging obstacles, ideal for beginners and experienced runners. You will love all that mud, rugged terrain, water, woods, and walls.
Bring your friends and family along to this New Hampshire race.
3. Flat and Furious 5K – Newbury
Newbury, NH
City Location
Merrimack County
Sep 15, 2022 – Thursday
5K run
The Flat and Furious 5K – Newbury will be held on September 15, 2022, near Lake Sunapee’s Newbury Harbor. All proceeds will benefit the Concord-Lake Sunapee Rail Trail.
The course follows sections of the Concord-Lake Sunapee Rail Trail in Concord, Hopkinton, Warner, Bradford, and Newbury.
10K in New Hampshire
4. Greenfield Fire Department Road Race
Sep 17, 2022 – Saturday
13.1M, 10K, 5K run | kids run
Greenfield, NH
The 6th Annual Greenfield Fire Department Road Race will be held on September 17, 2022, at 9:00 am, hosted by the Greenfield Firefighters’ Association. The run will take place at Oak Park, 971 Forest Rd Greenfield, NH, and is considered one of the best New Hampshire running events.
The event includes the Fire Trial 10K, Hot Foot 5K, Fire House Half Marathon, and Kids Smoke Stampede (for children 10 and under only).
5. Cranmore Mountain Race
Oct 15, 2022 – Saturday
10K trail run
North Conway, NH
The Cranmore Mountain Race will be held on October 15, 2022. It is two laps of a grassy trail with an up-and-down format.
All proceeds will benefit the World Central Kitchen. WCK provides food in response to humanitarian, climate, and community crises around the world, including those impacted by the war in Ukraine.
6. Goffstown Pumpkin Regatta 10K
Oct 16, 2022 – Sunday
10K run | kids run
Virtual Option
Goffstown, NH
The Goffstown Pumpkin Regatta 10K will be held on October 15, 2022. The scenic course starts in Goffstown Village, loops around the picturesque Glen Lake utilizing the Goffstown Rail Trail, and finishes on Mill Street next to the Village Trestle.
You will see some of the best fall foliage in the area! Founders encourage participants to wear pink to this race in NH to support breast cancer awareness.
New Hampshire Half Marathons
7. Bear Brook Trail Marathon
Sep 10, 2022 – Saturday
27M, 13.1M trail run
Allenstown, NH
The Bear Brook Trail Marathon will be held on September 10, 2022, at the absolutely gorgeous Bear Brook State park. The scenic, single track includes steep uphills and, of course, amazing blueberry fields.
There are three races – a 10k following “Mindy’s Loop” – and Half Marathon and Marathon routes.
All races will have aid stations with a variety of food, water, and Tailwind (to mix with water).
8. Franconia Notch Half Marathon
Oct 29, 2022 – Saturday
13.1M run
Franconia, NH
The 4th Annual Franconia Notch Half Marathon will be held on October 29, 2022. The race is USA Track and Field certified. It is a 13.1-mile, out and back course on the paved Franconia Notch Bike Path.
The scenic race takes place in one of the most beautiful locations in New England, surrounded by numerous landmarks in the Franconia Notch State Park.
New Hampshire Marathons
9. Clarence DeMar Marathon
Sep 25, 2022 – Sunday
26.2M, 13.1M run
Keene, NH
The Clarence DeMar Marathon will be held on September 25, 2022, and is a Boston Qualifier. It is a well-organized, USATF-certified race held during the early foliage season.
The Marathon begins in Gilsum, N.H., at 7 am on Sunday. You must follow the route to Surry Mountain Dam, where you get amazing views. The course then follows the road past Bretwood Golf Course and into Keene before finishing on Appian Way at Keene State College.
Aid stations are available approximately every 1.5 miles.
10. New Hampshire Marathon
Oct 1, 2022 – Saturday
26.2M, 13.1M, 10K run | kids run
Bristol, NH
The New Hampshire Marathon will be held on October 1, 2022, and is a Boston Qualifier. You will experience the beauty of NH in this small, friendly event.
The New Hampshire Marathon is considered one of the most beautiful runs in NH. The course goes around Newfound Lake during the most scenic season, peak foliage.
The event offers a full marathon, half marathon, 10K, and a Kids race. So everyone can find something for themself.
