In 14 days · Sun, Nov 1, 2026
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Sunday, November 1st, 2026
179 Congress Street, St Albans VT
5K
41–51°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 5 of the last 10 years
2025
40–45°F
dry
2024
43–64°F
rain
2023
32–36°F
dry
2022
49–59°F
dry
2021
46–53°F
dry
2020
36–51°F
rain
2019
37–65°F
rain
2018
42–47°F
rain
2017
39–48°F
rain
2016
34–50°F
dry
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Race-day forecast says layers
41°F at the start.
Gloves, ear warmers, throwaway layers, hand warmers — delivered before race day.
Race-day forecast · Sunday, Nov 1
Rain likely · 51–63°F
Sunday, Nov 1starts near 51°F · 23% chance of rain · wind up to 24 mph
About this race
Beat the November doldrums by joining us for this competitive but low key trail running series at Hard'ack recreation area in St. Albans. We have 5k and 3k options for runners of all ages, abilities, and attitudes. Casual or competitive, we have a fun community atmosphere that's great for the whole family. There are free refreshments and a random prize raffle after each race.
The courses are on wide cross country trails that are mostly well mowed grass. If you've been here for a high school or college race, we use the wooded trails much more than the open meadows. It's not mountainous terrain, but you should come prepared to run some hills. The course generally changes from week to week, and we try to choose the best course for whatever the weather conditions are, like optimizing tailwinds and minimizing headwinds.
NOTE: You can choose your race distance when you show up on race day. Pricing and registration is the same for both distances.
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