HANOVER HARVEST FESTIVAL 5K: 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). KIDS FUN RUN: The kids run takes place on the lawn near the arbor at City Hall. Start time is 9:30 am on August 1st. Kids run a short race and parents can take pictures as they go. All participants will receive a t-shirt* and medal upon completion! *Must register by July 17th to guarantee receiving a t-shirt
Medals and gift cards will be awarded to the top 3 overall men and women as well as for the winner in the age group 50+, both men and women.
3.1 Miles: T-Shirt
Hanover Harvest Festival Kids Fun Run: T-Shirt
| Distance | Price | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.1 Miles | $40.00 | Jun 15 | Aug 1 |
| Hanover Harvest Festival Kids Fun Run | $20.00 | Jun 15 | Aug 1 |
Packet pick-up will be available at Hanover City Hall the night before the race: Friday July 31st from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm. We encourage all participants to pick up their packet containing their bib, t-shirt and swag bag to avoid congestion the morning of the race. As an alternative, packet pick up will be available if needed on race day beginning at 7:00 am and will close promptly at 7:45 am.
FRIDAY JULY 31st: Packet pick-up: Hanover City Hall 5:00-7:00 pm (Recommended pick-up day) SATURDAY AUGUST 1st: Packet pick-up: 7:00-7:45 am 5K Start: 8:00 am Hanover City Hall Kids Fun Run: 9:30 am Hanover City Hall Lawn
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 146 | 28:32 | 15:37 |
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