Gathering Waters Annual 5K Run/Walk
About the Event
Join Us for the 4th Annual Gathering Waters 5K Run/Walk!
We’re thrilled to host this exciting fundraising event to support Gathering Waters Charter School’s movement & athletics programs. Come run, walk, or cheer as we race through the up and back Appel Way and historic Jonathan Daniels trails, starting and finishing at the Pavilion area at Wheelock Park in Keene, NH. The 5k race will start at 9:30 a.m. We will also offer a 1-mile kids fun run starting before the 5k race at 9:00 a.m.. Carpooling is highly encouraged due to limited parking!
Race Details:
📍 Start/Finish Location: Wheelock Park (Pavilion area)
🕘 Bib Pickup and Check-in: Arrive between 8:30-9:15 AM
🏁 Kids Fun Run Start: 9:00 AM (no bibs)
🏁 5K Race Start: 9:30 AM (with bibs)
📢 Official race times will be available via your RunSignUp account after the event!
Course Info:
A scenic 5K out-and-back trail course starting at the Pavilion area at Wheelock Park in Keene, this route follows the Appel Way Trail & Jonathan Daniels Trail with a turnaround at Ashuelot Park. The terrain is mostly packed dirt with some occasional gravel/paved sections.
Join fellow runners on May 16, 2026 for the Gathering Waters Annual 5K Run/Walk. It's a fantastic 5K, 1.6K featuring a flat and fast course in Keene.
Races Offered
Running
Gathering Waters Annual 5K Run/Walk
This race will be through groomed rail trails with a mix of paved park trails.
Gathering Waters Annual Kids 1 Mile Fun Run
This kids fun run will be 1 mile (half a mile up and back) on the trail starting at Wheelock Park, for those looking for a fun but do-able challenge. We will have volunteers running with the group and stationed at the turnaround point so they everyone feels comfortable about where they are going, although parents/guardians are encouraged to assist their little ones if they need extra support.
About Keene
Gathering Waters Annual 5K Run/Walk takes place in Keene, New Hampshire, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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Race information has been sourced from the event's official website and other publicly available resources. For the most up-to-date details, please refer to the official website directly. If you notice any incorrect or missing information, don't hesitate to reach out to us by email.
