8 events in Dover, New Hampshire

RED'S RACE FOR A BETTER COMMUNITY

The 43rd Annual Red's Race “Race for a Better Community” 2026 is a 5 mile road race and introducing a 5K race course, open to anyone interested in either running or walking in this annual event. Participants span from the serious runner to recreational joggers enjoying a challenging, yet beautiful running course, to families and community members of all ages and sizes walking the route.

When you take part in this historic community event, you are also helping to raise much needed funds for two local non-profit organizations that provide important services in Strafford County. Bonus!

Reds Race is the 2^nd race of the 2026 Dover Race Series. Join the series now at www.doverraceseries.com and start your trek to earn the DRS jacket while supporting our community!

9:00 am start time

New start and finish line and choice of distance for 2026!

Event registrations are non-refundable.

Online registration closes at 12:00 pm on April 9, 2026. Please join us at Red's Shoe Barn on April 10th during bib pick up or the morning of April 11th to register after April 9th.

SMA 5K Run/Walk

The SMA 5K Run/Walk is the second race of the Dover Race Series! We are excited to welcome runners/walkers of all ages to our annual road race on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at Saint Mary Academy in Dover, NH. This event features awards, prizes, t-shirts, and community fun! Monies from this event provide enrichment opportunities for the students of Saint Mary Academy.

Online registration closes April 14th at 11:59 pm.

In person registration and pre-race bib pick-up is Friday, April 17th 4:15-6 pm

or race day Saturday, April 18th starting at 7:00 am for $30.

Come run with us!

Join us for the Moms On The Run 5K Run & Walk!

This family-friendly event welcomes all ages and abilities to come together in celebration of moms everywhere. Lace up with loved ones for a fun-filled day of community, movement, and meaningful impact—all while raising awareness and funds for Zebra Crossings.

Zebra Crossings provides empowering programs for youth with chronic medical conditions and their families. Through week-long camps and weekend activities, we create opportunities for kids to connect through play and offer caregivers valuable respite and support.

Triangle Club 16th Annual Spirit of Recovery 5K Road Race. This 5K run/ or walk road race is part of the Dover Race Series. This is our biggest fundraiser of the year. All proceeds from the Spirit of Recovery race benefit The Triangle Club located in Dover, NH. The Triangle Club‘s mission is to promote the spiritual, physical & mental health of people in recovery from addiction to alcohol and other substances, and to provide a safe place for those who acknowledge that staying substance-free is of primary importance. Grab your friends and family and head over for a fun community event for a great cause. Race begins and ends at the Triangle Club, 120 Broadway in Dover.

Bib pick up Friday 5/15 from 4-7pm or morning of race.

Captain Jack Casey Memorial 5K

May 24, 2026

Captain Jack Casey Memorial 5K will be held at St Thomas Aquinas High School May 24, 2026 at 9AM. Jack, a Dover native, was a CH53E helicopter pilot who was killed, with four other Marines, on 2/7/2024.

In life, Jack had a positive impact on so many people, with his light humor, leadership, and willingness to help others in any way he could. We strive to have Jack's legacy continue to help improve lives as Jack would have done.

Proceeds help fund the Jack T Casey STEM Memorial Scholarship, which is a 501(c)(3), for secondary education scholarships. Each year we will award the following scholarships :

2 Local High School Seniors

2 Aviation Tech Students

2 Veterans pursuing degrees at UNH

We are happy to be part of Dover Race Series this year !

Participants are welcome to run or walk.

Register by Jack's Birthday APRIL 19 to get a free race shirt

Bib pick available Saturday May 23 9AM - 10:30 at STA

Sunday bib pickup begins at 7:30 AM

Register ONLINE up to 8:45AM on Race Day! !