Red's Race for a Better Community

APR
11
2026
A community road race in Dover offering a new 5 mile course and a new 5K distance. The 43rd annual event supports local nonprofits and is part of the Dover Race Series.
Sat 11 Apr 2026
5 miles 5 kilometers

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Red's Race for a Better Community

Red's Race for a Better Community is the 43rd annual road race held in Dover, New Hampshire, at Woodman Park Elementary School on April 11, 2026. The event offers two distance choices and a new route for 2026, including a new start and finish line. It is open to people who want to run or walk the course.

Distance options include:

  • 5 mile road race
  • 5K road race

The event raises funds for two local nonprofit organizations that provide services in Strafford County: Woodman Park School PTO and the Seymour Osman Community Center. It is the third race in the Dover Race Series and participants can work toward the DRS jacket offered by the series.

Online registration closes on April 9, 2026, and registrations are non refundable. In-person registration and bib pick up are available at Red's Shoe Barn on April 10 and at Woodman Park School on the day of the event. All participants receive a 10 percent discount at Red's Shoe Barn for the week following the event when they present their bib. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 mi
5 Mile Road Race (youth Under 14)
5 mi
5 Mile Road Race (adult)
5 km
5k Road Race (adult)
5 km
5k Road Race (youth Under 14)