From the Organizer
The Purple Hope 5K was created in loving memory of Lenore O’Hanlon, 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 paces—whether you’re 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 prizes—all raffle ticket sales will be donated
• All proceeds benefit the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN)
• A powerful and uplifting event that honors those we’ve 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
Let’s 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.*
Events
Weather
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
66°
Typical Low
43°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Epping, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
235 ft
Nearest Airport
PSM
Portsmouth International Airport at Pease · 15 mi
Major Hub
BOS
Boston Logan International Airport · 53 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
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at The Purple Hope 5k, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
Womxn’s Bike Skills Clinic
14 miles away
Zorvino Vineyards Wine Run 5k
14 miles away
Connor's Climb Foundation 5k and Family Walk 2026
12 miles away
Trot in the Trees 5k Trail Race and Fun Run
9 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The Purple Hope 5k
Oct 4, 2026