Pittsfield Balloon Rally’s Frank H. Donovan 5K

Pittsfield Balloon Rally’s Frank H. Donovan 5K August 2nd, 2026 at 9:00 am

Register today for a great summer race!

$100 cash prizes for the top male and top female runner! Awards in each age category.

New this year - 1/4 Zip Long-sleeve Pullovers for all participants registered by July 20th!

*Click here to view the Course Map* Certified Course: USATF No. NH22009BK

Professional Chip Timing provided by Granite State Race Services

Online registration closes at noon on Thursday, July 30th. Registration will also be available starting at 8:00 am the morning of the race at the gazebo on Drake Field, $30 cash only.

Directions to the Race: Take Rt. 28 to Barnstead Road (Rt. 107) in Pittsfield. Park along Barnstead Road and walk to the gazebo inside Drake Field to register on the day of the race or pick up your bib and race packet. The starting line is just beyond the bridge on Barnstead Road, and the finish line is in the center of Drake Field. Porta potties will be available on Barnstead Road and inside Drake Field.

Link to Past Results: https://www.gsrs.com/index.php/results/5790

More about Frank and the scholarship in his name: Frank was a long-time member of the Pittsfield Rotary Club and a regular volunteer at the annual Balloon Rally. He helped with planning the Rally's 5K for many years and was committed to supporting road races across NH through his involvement with Northeast Delta Dental sponsorships. Though not a runner himself, Frank was a dedicated "speed walker" and biker, an avid tennis player, and he loved skiing and hiking in the White Mountains. He believed in encouraging everyone to enjoy exercise and continued his regular workouts throughout his courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. All proceeds from the race will benefit the Frank H. Donovan Scholarship Fund to help support deserving local high school students who are pursuing post-secondary education. We hope you will click on the tab on the left to see photos and updates for all of our past scholarship recipients.

Thank you to our sponsor this year, Northeast Delta Dental!