3 running, walking, and fun run events in Swanzey, New Hampshire
From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find running, walking, and fun run events and connect with the local endurance sports community.
Swanzey
3 events in Swanzey-
Sun, May 17, 2026 at 9:00 AMSee full details
Save the Date - Sunday, May 17, 2026
Join us at the Keene Dillant-Hopkins Airport for the 3rd annual Keene Airport 5K to benefit The Keene Senior Center.
The Runway 5K Race Map is different this year. Instead, the race begins at the Airport Terminal and continues on a tree-lined flat, fast paved road that passes through scenic wildlife filled wetlands. This course offers more protection from the wind, great for PRs (personal records). This area is highly acclaimed for its rich and varied bird watching.
In addition to being a great route for runners, the race is also walker- and stroller-friendly.
We’re also bringing plenty of excitement with great prizes, including a special random drawing for a helicopter ride.
This race is endorsed by the NE65 Plus Runners Club. Visit https://www.ne65plus.org/endorsement-program/current-endorsed-races for more information.
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Sat, Jun 13, 2026 at 8:30 AMSee full details
Join us for the Swanzey Gate to Gate 5-K "ish", a scenic run or walk that takes you exactly one time around the beautiful Swanzey Lake. It’s a 5-K "ish" because we prioritized the best lakeside views over a perfect measurement, but the impact of your run is 100% real. All proceeds go directly to the Swanzey Lake Summer Camp fundraiser, providing scholarships and gear for local kids. Whether you’re racing for the finish line or enjoying a brisk lakeside stroll, you’re making a summer of memories possible. Come out, enjoy the loop, and support a great cause!
We will also have a kids fun run for our younger children under 12!! This race is FREE but you will still need to register your child (no charge).
Registration Opens March 1, 2026!
Early Bird (3/1 thru 5/15): Adult $25 Youth 1-12 $20
Regular (5/16 thru 6/12 6pm) Adult $35 Youth 1-12 $30
Race Day Registration 6/13/26 Adult $40 Youth 1-12 $35
Shirt guaranteed if you register by 5/15/26 (After 5/15 shirts may be purchased directly from vendor)
Awards - Male & Female top 3 in each age group and:
Kids 1-12
Teens 12-18
Adults 18+
Questions? email Race Director Ashlee Crosby at [email protected]
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Sun, Sep 06, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
The race course — which rises between 300-400 feet in elevation throughout the entire race — features views and scenery that capture perfectly the quaint, authentic feel of New England, taking runners through covered bridges with names like Thompson, Carlton and Cresson, most of which date to the pre-Civil War era.
The Swanzey Covered Bridges Half-Marathon, "Elijah's Race", is held each year in memory of its founder, Elijah Barrett. Elijah organized the event to raise funds to support the students of Monadnock Regional Middle-High School. He had attended MRMHS and eventually coached runners there.
Race Features
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T-Shirt guaranteed for every participant that registers by August 15th.
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Custom participation medal for all runners.
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Access to school locker rooms at start and finish of the race, as well as a couple of porta-potties along the course.
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Cash prizes for top 3 runners.
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Post race barbeque and raffles.
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