Girls on the Run Vermont Manchester 5K
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About the race
The Manchester 5K is a celebratory end-of-season event hosted by Girls on the Run Vermont at Dana L. Thompson Memorial Park on Sunday, June 6, 2027. The event marks the close of the season and gives program participants a tangible sense of accomplishment by completing a 5K (3.1 miles) course.
Program participants and coaches are already registered and do not need to register again. Family members, friends, or alumni who wish to join participants must register as Running Buddies. Registration opens on March 29, 2027. Fees listed for Running Buddies include an adult rate of $25 for online pre-registration and $35 day-of, with youth and alumni rates at $10.
The event includes community features such as face painting, water stations, happy hair stations, and a merchandise booth. Every registered participant who completes the course receives a commemorative medal. The council provides designated parking spots and can create a disability accessible route; participants may walk, run, push, or roll at their own pace.
Safety measures include required race bibs, liability waivers included with registration, course monitoring with sweepers following the last participant, and a council safety plan that trains staff and volunteers. Dogs are allowed in the park but must remain off the 5K course during the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
