2026 New England Series - Day 5 (NH)
The New England Series offers a flat, fast road race in Greenfield, NH, known for its community feel.
Race Date
Jun 12, 2026
Location
Claremont, NH
Quick facts
- Date
- Friday, June 12, 2026
- Location
- Claremont, New Hampshire
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 942
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The New England Series, held annually in Greenfield, New Hampshire, provides a straightforward road racing experience. First run in 2015, this event has seen about 75 finishers on average in its 10 editions to date.
Runners can expect a flat, paved course, making it a potential spot for personal bests. The race draws participants from approximately 24 states, indicating a modest but dedicated geographic reach. The atmosphere is described as having a "loony community" feel, suggesting a welcoming and perhaps quirky environment.
With a repeat-runner rate of around 10%, the series fosters a loyal following. The event emphasizes community and offers award-winning medals and great food, contributing to a satisfying race-day experience for those who appreciate a no-frills, friendly competition.
Race-provided description
World's Best Marathon & Half Series (5K's, 10K's, & 50's too)! No Time Limits Great Food Award-Winning Medals Loony Community!Event details and scheduleThanks for running with Mainly Marathons! Take a look at our website for additional details about this series and our other series of races. Also, join our Facebook group to stay up-to-date with our loony adventures: Main Group and New England Series. If you're interested in some Mainly Merch, check out our online store HERE. We'll offer some items (hats, stickers, magnets, mugs, etc.) in-person at the races, the Mainly Merch store best option for a variety of fun designs and quality merchandise to showcase your loonacy! If you have any questions, email MB@MainlyMarathons.com
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Rural
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Quality Score
Solid Pick5511 years running
~79 finishers a year
growing or steady
9% returning runners
limited extras
runners from 35 states
winner 1:36:08
typical high 74°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
54°
Afternoon (High)
74°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
71%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 942 finishers actually crossed the line across 11 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
942
Median time
3:26:30
Latest turnout
188
States
49
Turnout by year
2018–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
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Frequently asked
When is the 2026 New England Series - Day 5 (NH)?
The 2026 New England Series - Day 5 (NH) is held on Friday, June 12, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
Where does the 2026 New England Series - Day 5 (NH) take place?
It takes place in Claremont, New Hampshire.
What distances does the 2026 New England Series - Day 5 (NH) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the 2026 New England Series - Day 5 (NH) course flat and good for a PR?
The 2026 New England Series - Day 5 (NH) is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the 2026 New England Series - Day 5 (NH)?
HalfRuns has finish records for 942 runners who have completed the 2026 New England Series - Day 5 (NH).
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