Which New Hampshire cities have the most 5K races?
Keene (4), Nashua (4), Concord (4), Exeter (3) lead the state for 5K races. Those give you the most dates to choose from if your schedule is tight.
New Hampshire · 5K
5K Races in New Hampshire
Every upcoming 5K in New Hampshire, all 57 of them, sorted by date. Dates, entry fees, finish-time stats from past results, and start-line maps.
57 upcoming 5K races · 27 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The New Hampshire races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
5K Races by City
Soonest 5K Races in New Hampshire
57 total Sat, Aug 8, 2026Alton Old Home Week 5K Road Race Alton, NHFrom $25Details Sat, Aug 8, 2026Splash Dash 5K Keene, NHFrom $30Details Sat, Aug 8, 2026Canaan Street Lake 5k Canaan, NHFrom $30Details Sat, Aug 15, 20262026 Stinson Lake 5K Run/Walk Rumney, NHFrom $35Details Sat, Aug 29, 2026Stag Stampede 5k and Fun Run Dublin, NHFrom $25Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026Mandy’s Angels Paws for a Cause 5K Meredith, NHFrom $35Details Sun, Sep 13, 20269/11 Heroes Run - Exeter, NH Exeter, NHFrom $41Details Sat, Sep 19, 20268th Annual RSB Lakes Region for Parkinson's 5k Laconia, NHFrom $20Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026Miles For Meals 5k Nashua, NHFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026Hooksett Kiwanis 5K Trail Race Hooksett, NHFrom $20Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026The Josh Druke Memorial 5K Walpole, NHFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026Lydia's Run 5k Somersworth, NHFrom $35Details
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Jul 27, 2026.
Common Questions About Running a 5K in New Hampshire
When are most 5K races held in New Hampshire?
September is the busiest month for 5K races in New Hampshire, with 19 of the 57, followed by October with 17. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How much do New Hampshire 5K races cost?
Entry fees for 5K races here run from free to about $55, depending on the event and how early you register.
How early should I register for a 5K in New Hampshire?
29 of the 57 5K races in New Hampshire already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.
Are New Hampshire 5K races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 26 5K races in New Hampshire with published results, the typical median finish is around 35:23, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Are there trail 5K races in New Hampshire?
Yes, 11 races around New Hampshire get you off the pavement: 7 are trail races, and 4 mix road and trail. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.