Race Around the Lake
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Event overview
The BarnArts Race Around the Lake takes place on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at Silver Lake State Park in Barnard, Vermont. The event raises funds for BarnArts youth programming, including sponsorships and scholarships for the Summer Youth Theater, visiting artists to local schools, and free programs such as the BarnArts Youth Chorale. The race is presented in its 13th year.
Distances
- 5K Run/Walk
- 10K Run
- Virtual 5K or 10K
Course and event features
Race routes circle Silver Lake using town roads, dirt roads and single-track wooded trails with intermittent views of the lake. The 5K includes one water station about one third of the way through; the 10K includes two additional water stations. Post-race activities on the lakefront include a Chef’s Table lunch, awards, and live music. Awards are given to the top three finishers in each race plus top finishers in age categories.
Fees and registration notes
Early registration (through May 9) is listed as: 5K adults $40, 10K adults $50, and 12 and under $25. Virtual entry fees are adults $25 and 12 and under $15. Registration completed by April 30 includes a race T-shirt. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
