Join us for the Black Fly Blitz 5K Run/Walk, a Memorial Day tradition in Wilmot, New Hampshire supporting community programs through the Wilmot Community Association.
Online registration closes Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Event Details
Date: Monday, May 25, 2026 (Memorial Day)
Start Time: 9:00 AM
Location: Wilmot Community Association
64 Village Road
Wilmot, NH 03287
Description:
Welcome to the 18th Annual Black Fly Blitz 5K Run/Walk. Join us for a scenic 3.1-mile loop
around beautiful Wilmot Flat as we celebrate Memorial Day with community, movement, and a little friendly competition.
Participant Notes:
For everyone’s safety, please leave dogs at home.
Registration Fees
| Age | Online | Race Day |
|---|---|---|
| 11 & Under | FREE | FREE |
| 12 & Over | $25.00 | $30.00 |
T-Shirts: Through April 30, runners can purchase a commemorative Blitz T-shirt for $15.
Race Day Schedule
Check-In & Race Day Registration: 7:30 AM under the tent on the Town Green at the intersection of Kearsarge Valley Road and Village Road
Race Start: 9:00 AM
Awards Ceremony: 10:15 AM at the Wilmot Bandstand on the Town Green
Course
The 5K course is a clockwise loop starting on Village Road and continuing along Shindagan, Cross Hill, and Campground Roads, finishing near the Town Green. The route is relatively flat with gentle rolling terrain, making it enjoyable for runners and walkers alike. After crossing the finish line, participants can refuel with free beverages and snacks.
Age Groups
Male: 1-11, 12-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Female: 1-11, 12-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Awards
Special prizes will be awarded to the first overall male and female finishers. Medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in each age group.
Supporting the Community
Proceeds from the Black Fly Blitz benefit the Wilmot Community Association (WCA) and its free programs. The WCA owns and operates the Red Barn Community Center on Village Road and Timmy Patten Park, a beach and playground on Shindagan Road.
Learn More
Visit www.wilmotwca.org, call (603) 526-7934, or email wca@wilmotwca.org for additional information.
We hope to see you at the starting line!