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Dover Dash 5K & Fun Run

Dover Dash 5K & Fun Run is a running race on September 19, 2026 in Dover, MA, with an entry fee of $10.

Date
September 19, 2026 (22 days to go)
Price
$10
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

Come out and support the Dover Sherborn Cross Country team by participating in our small town 5K. We have a runner-friendly, safe course ready for you. Whether it's your first 5K or your 100th race, you'll be running amongst friends and supporting a great cause. Races start and end by the American Legion in picturesque downtown Dover. 

The route for the 5K race/walk is here: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/1265569801

We are keeping race entry fees low once again this year as we move into the 11th year of bringing this race to you. 

Events

Fun Run for Kids
5K Run$10

Weather

Typical Conditions

It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.

Typical High

76°

Typical Low

51°

Chance of Rain

36%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Norwood Mem Ap, 3 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:29 AMSunset 6:47 PMDaylight 12h 18m

Host City

About Dover, MA

City Elevation

170 ft

Nearest Airport

BOS

Boston Logan International Airport · 17 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.

Race Location

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Dover Dash 5K & Fun Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

22

Days to train

Race
Dover Dash 5K & Fun Run
Date
September 19, 2026

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From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.

With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.

Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.

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Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Dover Dash 5K & Fun Run?
Dover Dash 5K & Fun Run is a running race held in Dover, Massachusetts on September 19, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the Dover Dash 5K & Fun Run?
Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Dover, Massachusetts at 32 Dedham Street. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Dover Dash 5K & Fun Run?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Dover Dash 5K & Fun Run

Sep 19, 2026

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