
From the Organizer
🎶 Race Information🏃 🕺
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and travel through time at the Through the Decades 5K!
This fun and festive 5K combines paved road running with the beauty of the local rail trail, creating a unique course experience for runners and walkers alike. The course includes both road and rail trail sections. Participants planning to use strollers should note that portions of the course take place on the rail trail.
From groovy 1970s disco 🪩 to radical 1980s neon 🎸, grunge 1990s fashion 🎧, and beyond, each mile will take you back in time. Dress in your favorite decade-inspired attire and enjoy music, costumes, and nostalgia from past eras along the course.
Whether you're a seasoned runner, casual walker, or participating with family and friends, this event is perfect for all ages and experience levels.
🎭 Dress to impress! Costume prizes will be awarded for each decade.
🚜 All proceeds benefit the Sugar River Valley FFA Chapter and will help support students attending the National FFA Convention.
🌞 This race is part of the Sunshine Circuit Series.
📍 Event Details
Start/Finish Location: LaValley Family Community Center, 17 Meadow Road, Newport, NH 03773
Distance
🏃 5K (3.1 Miles)
👕 Participant Giveaway
The first 50 registered participants will receive a free event shirt! Sizes available on a first-come, first-served basis
🤝 Sponsorship Opportunities
Support local students while promoting your business!
All sponsorship proceeds support the Sugar River Valley FFA Chapter's National Convention Trip.
Interested in becoming a sponsor? Please contact info@decampwaste.com for more information.
🎭 Costume Contest
Show off your favorite decade-inspired look!
Costume prizes will be awarded for each featured decade, so whether you're rocking bell bottoms, neon colors, flannel, or another blast from the past, come dressed to impress.
❤️ Supporting the Sugar River Valley FFA Chapter
Can't participate but still want to support the cause? Donations are welcome and directly benefit the Sugar River Valley FFA Chapter's National Convention Trip Fund.
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
67°
Typical Low
43°
Chance of Rain
39%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Newport, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
1,008 ft
Nearest Airport
LEB
Lebanon Municipal Airport · 20 mi
Major Hub
BOS
Boston Logan International Airport · 91 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Through the Decades 5k
Sep 26, 2026