1. Maine Lobster Festival Road Race
Start the morning of the Maine Lobster Festival with a run or brisk walk before enjoying the delicacy that Maine has to offer. Held annually during the prime of summer in Rockland, this 5K is the perfect way to get your steps in before perusing through the festival for the remainder of the day. Plus, you'll get to experience Maine in one of its best weather months of the year.
2. Brain Freezer 5K
Does anyone here love Vermont and fresh ice cream? Introducing: The Brain Freezer 5K! The rules of this race in Burlington require running or walking half of a 5K, downing a pint of VT made ice cream and finishing the race. We definitely wouldn't recommend signing up for this 5K if you're looking to achieve your personal best time, as inhaling a pint of ice cream might slow you down just a little. This race is held in September, offering perfect Vermont temps.
3. Pell Bridge Run
Head to the picturesque town of Newport, Rhode Island, for the annual Pell Bridge Run held every October. The race raises money for some awesome Rhode Island charities, and has a unique course of running on one of Rhode Island's most beautiful bridges. Watch the sun come up in the temperate fall weather with friends and head downtown for a delicious breakfast afterwards.
4. Girls on the Run 5K
Girls on the Run International is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to helping girls of all abilities to make meaningful connections with others and embrace their inner strengths. The program starts a few weeks prior to race day in a certain area, having multiple meetings to train and practice bonding exercises. Boston is holding a race this upcoming October!
5. Smuttynose Rockfest
Who doesn't love a New Hampshire beach town? If you're a music lover and located near Hampton Beach, New Hampshire, you're in luck this year. Each runner receives tickets for two complimentary beers, a lobster roll and clam chowder included with their Rockfest registration.
6. Night Nation Run
The Night Nation Run is the first combination of a 5K-turned-music-festival, and it's coming to Hartford, Connecticut this fall. Runners will experience a music filled course with live DJs, light shows, bubble zones, neon and black lights. After crossing the finish line, runners can head to the main stage for a night full of hype music and good vibes.