Manchester
Walking Events Calendar near Manchester 2026-2027
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Explore the top walking events near Manchester for 2026-2027! We've gathered 37 great walks in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local walk.
October 2026
Walkers gather at 1 Delta Dr, Concord NH, and may choose either a 1 mile or 3 mile route on event day. No advance route selection is required and participants of all ages are welcome.
The event offers a 1 km Walk/Roll starting at 91 Mill Street in Dracut, MA. The route runs alongside the 5K run and supports fundraising for people living with MS in New England.
Walkers follow the 5K course starting on Main St in Warner, via town roads onto the Rail Trail. The route includes a steep forest climb, a dirt road and a paved return, with free parking at Riverside Park a 5 minute walk from the start.
Walkers may choose the 5K route or the kids' 1 Miles fun course, both based at Boys & Girls Club of Souhegan Valley, 56 Mont Vernon Street, Milford NH. Routes take place during the Pumpkin Festival weekend and benefit the club.
Walk the 5K course at Delta Dental Stadium in Manchester, NH; the event is dog friendly with a paw participant option that provides dogs a bib. Onsite registration opens at 8 am and post race refreshments are provided.
Walkers of every pace can take part in a professionally timed 5 km course in Londonderry NH at 19 Sanborn Rd. Participants and teams are encouraged to raise a minimum of $200 to support St Giannas Place.
Walkers follow the 5 km course from 48 Geremonty Dr in Salem, NH, with family and leashed, vaccinated dogs welcome alongside runners. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, and costumes are encouraged.
November 2026
Walkers can enter the 5k Run/Walk that starts at Veterans Park, 889 Elm St, Manchester, NH. The event offers in-person and virtual 5k options and runs alongside the marathon and half marathon.
Two loop 5K walk on campus trails at 39 Roulston Road, Windham NH on thin uneven paths not stroller friendly; dogs asked to stay home. Bibs and shirts on the blacktop behind the school; shirt sizes guaranteed if registered by Oct 15.
The Community Walk offers a 1.5 Miles route on the high school cross country course at the Academy of Notre Dame in Tyngsboro MA. The walk is held alongside the community runs and requires registration with a $30 fee.
Walkers follow a certified 5K course starting at Galliens Town Beach on Beaver Lake, Derry (39 Pond Road), looping residential roads with scenic lake vistas. Packet pickup is available the Sunday and Wednesday before the event and post race hydra..
Walkers can take part at One Delta Drive in Concord, NH, choosing a 5K walk or a 1 Mile stroll alongside the running races. A virtual Jingler option is also listed and the event supports the Arthritis Foundation.
April 2027
Walkers can take part in a 5K walk starting at 137 Monument St, Haverhill MA on the Hill Thrill road race course. The 5K route is described as great for seasoned runners, avid walkers, or anyone in between and runs alongside the running races.