Great Bay 5K | Race for a Healthy Estuary 2026 — Stratham, NH

Date
October 24, 2026
Location
Stratham, NH
Venue
Stratham Hill Park
Start Time
9:00 AM
Entry Fee
$35.00 – $40.00
Events
Great Bay 5K
Includes
Race shirt
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The Great Bay 5K takes place on October 24, 2026, in Stratham, New Hampshire, at Stratham Hill Park. This 5K running event starts at 9:00 AM and carries an entry fee between $35 and $40. The race supports the Great Bay Estuary, making it a solid choice if you're looking to combine a autumn race with a cause. Stratham Hill Park provides a defined venue for the event, and the early-morning start gives you the day ahead after you finish. With entry costs in this range, budget accordingly for your trip to this northeastern New Hampshire location.

From the Race Organizer
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!! Race Date: October 24, 2026 The Great Bay 5K is excited to hold its 28th annual race in 2026! The GB5K is the final race in the popular Seacoast Road Race Series and supports the non-profit Great Bay Stewards. The course passes the shores of Great Bay, and is a fun, fast, scenic, and mostly downhill event. Wheelchair racers are welcome and will start at 8:45 a.m., prior to the 9:00 a.m. runner/walker start. No motorized wheelchairs are permitted, and wheelchair racers are responsible for maintaining their own equipment. Participants in the 5K events will receive a long-sleeve race shirt, and everyone will get a bib with tear strips that you can take to select establishments for free beer or cider. Please keep in mind that you must register by October 1 to get a race shirt. People who register after that may claim a shirt if any remain on race day. All proceeds from the Great Bay 5K go to the non-profit Great Bay Stewards, which supports conservation, education, community outreach, stewardship, and research of the Great Bay Estuary.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Great Bay 5K | Race for a Healthy Estuary 2026 — Stratham, NH?

Great Bay 5K | Race for a Healthy Estuary 2026 — Stratham, NH takes place on October 24, 2026. The race is held in Stratham, New Hampshire.

Where is Great Bay 5K | Race for a Healthy Estuary 2026 — Stratham, NH held?

Great Bay 5K | Race for a Healthy Estuary 2026 — Stratham, NH is held at Stratham Hill Park in Stratham, New Hampshire.

Where can I find hotels near Great Bay 5K | Race for a Healthy Estuary 2026 — Stratham, NH?

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