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5K, 10K, Half & Full Marathons
- 5k races
Name City Date Website Freedom Run Newport, VT 4 July 2022 Freedom Run Goshen Gallop Goshen, VT 16 July 2022 Goshen Gallop Hurricane Hill 5K/10K Hartford, VT 23 July 2022 Hurricane Hill 5K/10K Barre Heritage Festival Trail 5K Barre, VT 30 July 2022 Barre Heritage Festival Trail 5K Point to Point Montpelier, VT 6 August 2022 Point to Point Sugarworks 5K/10K Trail Run Shelburne, VT 6 August 2022 Sugarworks 5K/10K Trail Run Jay Peak Trail Running Festival Jay, VT 3 September 2022 Jay Peak Trail Running Festival Northfield 5K Northfield, VT 3 September 2022 Northfield 5K Maple Leaf Half Marathon Manchester, VT 10 September 2022 Maple Leaf Half Marathon Spartan Race Vermont Killington, VT 11 September 2022 Spartan Race Vermont Trapp Cabin Trail Race Stowe, VT 18 September 2022 Trapp Cabin Trail Race Leaf Peepers Half Marathon Waterbury, VT 2 October 2022 Leaf Peepers Half Marathon Shelburne Farms 5K Shelburne, VT 2 October 2022 Shelburne Farms 5K Trails for Tails Rutland, VT 17 October 2022 Trails for Tails Fallen Leaves 5K Series Montpelier, VT 5 November 2022 Fallen Leaves 5K Series Fallen Leaves 5K Series Montpelier, VT 12 November 2022 Fallen Leaves 5K Series Fallen Leaves 5K Series Montpelier, VT 19 November 2022 Fallen Leaves 5K Series About 5k races
A 5k is the shortest of the common running event distances, consisting of 3.1 miles (5 kilometers). These events can either be competitive or social, depending on the particular one you are looking into.
They are the most popular of road running events because of their relatively short distance which allows not only the seasoned runners to run, but novice runners, joggers, and new-comers as well.
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We checked what events runners looked for the most and we compared statistics on how many runners held interest in any given event. Feedback left by runners who participated in the course was also considered. Other factors include how long the course has been around, the bling and medals, what runners thought of them and how scenic the course is.
What are the best 5Ks in Vermont?
There are many to choose from here as Vermont is host to many 5k races throughout its many communities. Some of these are charity events for fundraising, some fun runs, and other racing events but it all comes down to the runners.
Some of the notable 5k running marathons in Vermont include the West River Trail Run and the Firecracker 5k. These are just a few of the many 5K events in Vermont.
- 10k races
Name City Date Website Freedom Run Newport, VT 4 July 2022 Freedom Run Goshen Gallop Goshen, VT 16 July 2022 Goshen Gallop Hurricane Hill 5K/10K Hartford, VT 23 July 2022 Hurricane Hill 5K/10K Sugarworks 5K/10K Trail Run Shelburne, VT 6 August 2022 Sugarworks 5K/10K Trail Run Trapp Cabin Trail Race Stowe, VT 18 September 2022 Trapp Cabin Trail Race Kingdom Marathon Coventry, VT 1 October 2022 Kingdom Marathon About 10k races
A 10k is one of the most common running event distances, consisting of 6.2 miles (10 kilometers). These events can either be competitive or more for fun, depending on the particular one you are looking into. They are twice the distance of the 5k and still relatively short in distance. Less runners tend to participate then the 5k, but these events still get a lot of not only seasoned runners, but novice runners and joggers in attendance.
Read moreRead lessHow did we choose the best 10k events in Vermont?
We checked what events runners looked for the most and we compared statistics on how many runners held interest in any given event. Feedback left by runners who participated in the course was also considered. Other factors included how long the course has been around, the bling and medals, what runners thought of them and how scenic the course is.
What are the best 10Ks in Vermont?
There are many 10K races to choose from in the Vermont as the many communities and neighborhoods of the city host race events. Some of these are charity events for fundraising, some fun runs and others racing events but it all comes down to the runners. Some of the notable 10k running events include the Sprouty, the Island Vines 10k, and the Sugarbush Mad Dash. These are just a couple of the many available events.
- Half marathons
Name City Date Website Mad Marathon Waitsfield, VT 10 July 2022 Mad Marathon Point to Point Montpelier, VT 6 August 2022 Point to Point Maple Leaf Half Marathon Manchester, VT 10 September 2022 Maple Leaf Half Marathon Northeast Kingdom Marathon Island Pond, VT 17 September 2022 Northeast Kingdom Marathon Trapp Cabin Trail Race Stowe, VT 18 September 2022 Trapp Cabin Trail Race Leaf Peepers Half Marathon Waterbury, VT 2 October 2022 Leaf Peepers Half Marathon Trapp Lodge Mountain Marathon Stowe, VT 15 October 2022 Trapp Lodge Mountain Marathon About Half marathons
A Half Marathon event consists of running 13 miles (21 kilometers) and as the label suggests, is half of a standard Marathon which is a total of 26 miles. The popularity, participants of the half marathon distance and its events have significantly grown since the early 2000's and they continue to do so, with massive events popping up all over the states. The growth rate of participants for the half distance is currently higher than that of the full.
Read moreRead lessHow did we choose the best Half Marathon events in Vermont?
We checked what events runners looked for the most and we compared statistics on how many runners held interest in any given event. Feedback left by runners who participated in the course was also considered. Other factors included how long the course has been around, the bling and medals, what runners thought of them and how scenic the course is.
What are the best Half Marathons in Vermont?
You are sure to pick a good Half marathon in Vermont! Some of these are charity events for fundraising, some fun runs and others racing events but it all comes down to the runners. Some of the notable Half Marathon running events include the Maple Leaf Half Marathon, the Front Porches Half Marathon, and the Covered Bridges Half Marathon. There are many other Halfs, so these are just a sampling of the races available.
- Marathons
Name City Date Website Mad Marathon Waitsfield, VT 10 July 2022 Mad Marathon Northeast Kingdom Marathon Island Pond, VT 17 September 2022 Northeast Kingdom Marathon Kingdom Marathon Coventry, VT 1 October 2022 Kingdom Marathon Trapp Lodge Mountain Marathon Stowe, VT 15 October 2022 Trapp Lodge Mountain Marathon About Marathons
Marathon events consist of 26 miles (42 kilometers) and the courses are typically laid out through roads. Starting in the Olympics in the early 1900's, marathons have quickly picked up in popularity and in 2107 there are currently more than 800 events being held, and that number is consistently growing.
Read moreRead lessHow did we choose the best Marathon events in Vermont?
We checked what events runners looked for the most and we compared statistics on how many runners held interest in any given event. Feedback left by runners who participated in the course was also considered. Other factors included how long the course has been around, the bling and medals, what runners thought of them and how scenic the course is.
What are the best Marathons in Vermont?
Whether for charity or fun, the best marathons in Vermont all come down to the runners. Some of the notable Marathon running events include the Vermont City Marathon, the Mad Marathon, and the New England Running Series Marathon.