May Day 5K & Family Fun Day! – Keene, NH 2026

Date
May 3, 2026
Location
Keene, NH
Venue
Cheshire Children's Museum
Start Time
10:00 AM
Entry Fee
$25.00 – $35.00
Events
5K Run, 5K Walk, Kids 1 Mile Run
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The May Day 5K & Family Fun Day in Keene, New Hampshire offers both a 5K run and a 1-mile option, making it accessible for runners and walkers of different fitness levels. The event takes place on May 3, 2026, starting at 10:00 AM at the Cheshire Children's Museum. Entry fees range from $25 to $35. This race combines competitive running with family activities, so expect a mixed atmosphere rather than an exclusively racing-focused environment. If you're traveling to Keene for this event, you'll want accommodation near the museum venue to minimize pre-race travel time.

From the Race Organizer
The May Day 5K Race will start and end at the Cheshire Children's Museum . The route will follow the Cheshire Rail Trail and turn around at the Bradford Road trail entrance. The Cheshire Children's Museum will be hosting our 1st annual May Day 5K Run/Walk on Sunday May 3rd, 2026. This family friendly 5K rail trail race also includes free activities, food, community sponsor booths and more. The Kids 1 Mile Run will start at 10:00 am and the 5K Run/Walk will start at 10:30 am. The race will begin and end at the museum with a turn-around just before Bradford Road. The museum is open to the public, no reservations required. Please visit https://cheshirechildrensmuseum.org/ for more information! Funds raised will help expand programming, enhance exhibits, and provided access to the museum for all families in the region. Click here for more information on how you can become a vendor or a sponsor. Support the museum with your donations: https://cheshirechildrensmuseum.org/support/ .

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is May Day 5K & Family Fun Day! – Keene, NH 2026?

May Day 5K & Family Fun Day! – Keene, NH 2026 takes place on May 3, 2026. The race is held in Keene, New Hampshire.

Where is May Day 5K & Family Fun Day! – Keene, NH 2026 held?

May Day 5K & Family Fun Day! – Keene, NH 2026 is held at Cheshire Children's Museum in Keene, New Hampshire.

Where can I find hotels near May Day 5K & Family Fun Day! – Keene, NH 2026?

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