The Inaugural · 2026
10K
Saturday, August 22, 2026 · Manchester, Vermont
Made possible by the generosity of
ORVIS
Outfitters of Manchester, Vermont since 1856. Orvis is making the inaugural Vermont Road Race possible — and free — for every runner in our founding field.
Race Day
6.2 Miles
Start at Burr & Burton Academy, wind through historic downtown Manchester, and finish at the Orvis Flagship store. 6.2 runnable miles — cool at the start, scenic the whole way, and an easy walk to breakfast at the finish.
Course cut off time: 1 hour and 30 minutes*
*As a courtesy to the communities impacted by the race and the volunteers who serve, there is a 1 hour and 30 minute limit for the 10K race. To finish within this time limit, runners must maintain a pace of approximately 14:30 minutes per mile.
The Course
The race kicks off at Burr & Burton Academy, loops through downtown historic Manchester, and ends at the Orvis Flagship store.
Registration
Questions
Yes. Orvis is the title sponsor of the inaugural Vermont Road Race and is covering entry for every runner in the founding field. No fee, no fine print.
Manchester has been home to Orvis since 1856, and it's one of the most beautiful places in New England to run. The race is our way of celebrating the town, the Green Mountains, and the sporting tradition that's lived here for generations.
The race starts at Burr & Burton Academy, winds through historic downtown Manchester, and finishes at the Orvis Flagship store. Bib pickup opens at 7:30 AM at the start line.
Of course — each runner needs to register individually so we can plan shirts, aid stations, and finish-line logistics for the right headcount.
A bib, finish-line refreshments, a post-race gathering in town, and a Vermont Road Race t-shirt for every registered runner — all courtesy of Orvis.
Email us at vtroadrace@gmail.com as soon as you know — we'll open your spot up to the next runner who wants in.