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Hooksett Kiwanis 5K Trail Race

Name: Hooksett Kiwanis 5K Trail Race
Start: 2025-09-20
End: 2025-09-20
Location: Hooksett

Hooksett, United States • 20 Sep 2025

The Hooksett Kiwanis 5K Trail Race is a community-focused running event taking place in Hooksett, NH. Participants can choose between a 5K race for all runners and walkers and a Kid's Fun Run, which is a half-mile course for children aged 12 and under. The race features a scenic route that begins at Heads Pond trail and ends at the Hooksett Public Library. Registration options include early bird, pre-registration, and race day sign-ups, with proceeds benefiting various local youth programs and community initiatives. T-shirts and drawstring bags will be provided to early registrants, and a 50/50 raffle will be held during the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States New Hampshire Hooksett

Race information

Website Registration

5 km

5k All Runners/walkers

Hooksett Kiwanis Kid's Fun Run 1/2 Mile - Kids 12 and Under

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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