Granite Gorge Yo-Yo Run.
- Date Sun 25th October 2026
- Time 9:30AM EDT
- Location Keene, New Hampshire
- Price $38.10
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating adventure at the Granite Gorge Yo-Yo Run on Sunday, October 25, 2026, in the picturesque town of Keene, Cheshire! This unique mountain race invites participants to embrace their inner "Yo-Yo" as they tackle an exciting course that features four thrilling ascents and descents along different trails—perfect for both seasoned mountain runners and newcomers alike. Covering approximately 5 miles with a manageable elevation gain of 1,650 feet, this event promises fun and challenge in a stunning natural setting.
The race kicks off at 9 AM and offers a friendly atmosphere with prize money for the top three male and female finishers, as well as unique age group awards across seven categories. Additionally, lucky entrants can win various raffle prizes, making this event even more special. Plus, the Granite Gorge Yo-Yo Run supports the Keene Community Kitchen, encouraging participants to bring non-perishable food items or make a donation. With early registration available for just $35 (including a T-shirt), there’s no better time to step out of your comfort zone and join in the fun! Don't miss this chance to be part of an unforgettable day filled with camaraderie, adventure, and community spirit!
The race kicks off at 9 AM and offers a friendly atmosphere with prize money for the top three male and female finishers, as well as unique age group awards across seven categories. Additionally, lucky entrants can win various raffle prizes, making this event even more special. Plus, the Granite Gorge Yo-Yo Run supports the Keene Community Kitchen, encouraging participants to bring non-perishable food items or make a donation. With early registration available for just $35 (including a T-shirt), there’s no better time to step out of your comfort zone and join in the fun! Don't miss this chance to be part of an unforgettable day filled with camaraderie, adventure, and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
SUNDAY 25 OCTOBER AT 9AM
YO-YO-YO!! This is a race for all of you Yo-Yo's out there! Why Yo-Yo? Because that's exactly what you're going to feel like after going up and down the mountain 4 times (different trails each time). There isn't another mountain race out there like this one. New to mountain running or not, come test yourself on this exciting course in a beautiful setting. Never run a mountain race? don't be afraid to step out of your comfort zone, you don't know if you don't try! The is run mostly on ski trails with one single-track uphill mixed in. The race amounts to about 5 miles with a total of 1650' of manageable Elevation (Get over the catchy name...). Join us for some up and down fun! No worries, nonrunners already think that you're a Yo-Yo!
- Prize money for the first 3 female and male finishers ($100., $50., $25.).
- unique age group awards in 7 different categories.
- Various raffle prizes for lucky enough entrants that are present to win!
- This race is for the Benefit of the Keene Community Kitchen. We encourage you to make a donation and/or bring non-perishable food items in addition to the registration fee. Thank You!
- Early Registration $35. (includes T-Shirt) Ends on 4 October. Late Registration $40., from 5 October - noon on 23 October (N0 Shirt).
- Day of race Registration available $45. (No Shirt)
YO-YO-YO!! This is a race for all of you Yo-Yo's out there! Why Yo-Yo? Because that's exactly what you're going to feel like after going up and down the mountain 4 times (different trails each time). There isn't another mountain race out there like this one. New to mountain running or not, come test yourself on this exciting course in a beautiful setting. Never run a mountain race? don't be afraid to step out of your comfort zone, you don't know if you don't try! The is run mostly on ski trails with one single-track uphill mixed in. The race amounts to about 5 miles with a total of 1650' of manageable Elevation (Get over the catchy name...). Join us for some up and down fun! No worries, nonrunners already think that you're a Yo-Yo!
- Prize money for the first 3 female and male finishers ($100., $50., $25.).
- unique age group awards in 7 different categories.
- Various raffle prizes for lucky enough entrants that are present to win!
- This race is for the Benefit of the Keene Community Kitchen. We encourage you to make a donation and/or bring non-perishable food items in addition to the registration fee. Thank You!
- Early Registration $35. (includes T-Shirt) Ends on 4 October. Late Registration $40., from 5 October - noon on 23 October (N0 Shirt).
- Day of race Registration available $45. (No Shirt)
Races
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Mountain Race
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 25th October 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
$38.10
- No walking poles, they will not be allowed. - Please bring food donations help keep the Community Kitchen warehouse shelves stocked with non-perishable staple groceries for distribution. Please do check to make sure that your donations are within the sell by/best by date range. They are unable to accept items that are opened and/or dented. - This race will not give refunds for any reason. Consider your entry fee as a donation to the Keene Community Kitchen, a very worthy nonprofit organization
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Location
The Granite Gorge Mountain Park, 341 Route 9, Keene, 03431, NH, United States
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