5k

5k Run

Start training now...the Hanover Harvest Festival 5k run starts at 8am at Hanover City Hall on Saturday, August 1, 2026

Kick off the 2026 Hanover Harvest Festival with the annual 5K! You'll get to run or walk a quaint course passing by some of Hanover's key locations including City Hall, the Hanover Historical Society, near the Crow River, River Inn and various neighborhoods and parks. All participants will receive a swag bag filled with fun items, snacks and a 2026 Hanover Harvest Festival 5K t-shirt**. Chip timing will be provided and prizes will be awarded to the winners! Lace up those running shoes and join us on August 1st at 8:00 am!

**Must register by July 17th to guarantee receiving a t-shirt (for both the 5K and Kids Fun Run).

**Save $8 with early bird pricing (5K only) available through 7/17/26, prices go up 7/18/26!
registration  (on-line)

  • THANK YOU to all of our participants and Sponsors!

     Last year was a great success enjoyed by everyone involved. We are lining up GREAT sponsorship again this year (goodie bags, prizes, and snacks afterwards).

  • We will once again use chip timing for the 5K. Minor hills challenge the 5K participants. 

    Questions? contact the Race Coordinator
race map (download)  contact race coordinator 

Race Map

Start at Hanover City Hall 

  • Start at Hanover City Hall

  • left onto River Road

  • right onto 11th Street NE

  • left onto Emerald Street NE

  • right onto Mallard Street NE

  • right onto Meadowbrook Ave N

  • left onto 8th Street NE

  • right onto Riverview Road NE

  • left onto Main Street

Finish at the historic Hanover Bridge.