The Purple Hope 5k

  • Date Sun 4th October 2026
  • Time 8:00AM EDT
  • Location Nottingham, New Hampshire
  • Price $32.80
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Join us for the inspiring Purple Hope 5K on Sunday, October 4, 2026, in Rockingham, Nottingham! This vibrant annual event, now in its third year, honors the memory of Lenore O'Hanlon, who courageously fought pancreatic cancer. The Purple Hope 5K is a walk/run suitable for participants of all ages and paces, whether you're sprinting towards the finish line or leisurely strolling in support of a vital cause.

Get ready for an uplifting day filled with community spirit, as all proceeds support the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN). Participants can look forward to exciting race highlights, including prizes for the top male and female finishers, and a fun contest for the best purple attire! Don't miss out on the new raffle table brimming with fantastic prizes, with all ticket sales donated to the cause. Registration closes at 9:00 AM on race day, so arrive early to soak in the atmosphere and prepare for the 9:00 AM race start. Sign up before September 10th to receive a special jaw-string bag filled with goodies, and everyone will receive a medal and certificate of completion at the end. Let’s come together to run with purpose and hope, making

Organiser's Description

The Purple Hope 5K was created in loving memory of Lenore OHanlon, who bravely battled pancreatic cancer for 18 months. Though her fight came to an end, her strength and spirit live on through this annual event, which brings the community together to raise awareness and support the search for a cure.



Back for its THIRD year, the Purple Hope 5K is a walk/run for all ages and paceswhether youre racing toward the finish line or strolling in support, your participation makes a difference.



Race Highlights:

Prizes for first male, first female, and most purple attire

A brand new raffle table filled with exciting prizesall raffle ticket sales will be donated

All proceeds benefit the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN)

A powerful and uplifting event that honors those weve lost and supports those still fighting



Race Day: Sunday, October 4, 2025

Registration closes at 9:00 AM on race day

Please arrive by 8:00 AM to find parking and walk over to the raceway. The event will start promptly around 8:30 AM and the race will start at 9:00 AM



Lets make this year even bigger, louder, and more purple in honor of Lenore.

Together, we run with purpose. Together, we run with hope.

*Participants that sign up before September 10th will receive a jaw-string bag with a Tshirt, water bottle, wristbands and small little extras. ALL participants that sign up will receive a medal and certificate of completion at the end of the race regardless of when they sign up.*

Races

  • The Purple Hope 5K

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & Runner Bag

    Sun 4th October 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    $32.80

    Race will start at 9:00am it is encouraged to arrive early to find parking and start warming up!

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3 Flutter St, Nottingham, 03290, NH, United States

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