Cider Hill Farm 5K Fall Run

Race Info

Cider Hill Farm 5K Fall Run

Sat November 7, 2026

Amesbury, MA 01913 US

Events

2 Race Series Bundle Cider Hill Farm 5K - 2 Race Bundle 10% Discount Per Event Bundle!

Includes 2 to 3 of the following races:

• Cider Hill Farm 5K Spring Run Amesbury, MA 01913 US 05/30/2026 5K — May 30, 2026 at 10:00am EDT to 1:00pm EDT; Donut Dash — May 30, 2026 at 9:30am EDT to 1:00pm EDT
• Cider Hill Farm 5K Summer Run Amesbury, MA 01913 US 07/11/2026 5K — Jul 11, 2026 at 10:00am EDT to 1:00pm EDT; Donut Dash — Jul 11, 2026 at 9:30am EDT to 1:00pm EDT
• Cider Hill Farm 5K Fall Run Amesbury, MA 01913 US 11/07/2026 5K — Nov 7, 2026 at 10:00am EST to 1:00pm EST; Donut Dash — Nov 7, 2026 at 10:00am EST to 1:00pm EST

Description

This unique Farm 5K race series in 2026 will feature three exhilarating races, all set within the scenic grounds of our beautiful farm in Amesbury, MA. The varying seasons here in New England will offer a different race experience at each of the three events. The series is designed to promote health and fitness, test your endurance all while showcasing our award winning farm. Perfect for families, the series encourages participants of all ages to enjoy an active lifestyle together, with opportunities for fun and connection for everyone, participants and attendees. We encourage you to join us for a memorable race series that celebrates community spirit, highlights our beautiful farm while experiencing the great outdoors.

Place

Cider Hill Farm 45 Fern Ave Amesbury, MA US 01913

Race Fee's

Fall Race Fees:

• January 20, 2026, through May 31, 2026 at 11:59pm: $35.00
• June 1, 2026, through July 31, 2026 at 11:59pm: $40.00
• Aug 1, 2026 through Nov 6 at 8:00pm: $45.00
• Nov 7, 2026: $50.00

What's Included In Your Entry

Participants will receive a custom race bib, soft & super cozy unisex t-shirt that we promise will easily become your favorite everyday shirt and a well earned gorgeous finisher medal that will stand out in your trophy case. You can look forward to post race treats including famous Cider Donuts (2025 BONS Winner) and award-winning estate grown non-alcoholic or hard cider served in a Cider Hill Farm branded souvenir glass! Participants that take part in the 3 part season series will receive a special & unique gift at check in at the Fall race courtesy of Cider Hill Farm.

Course

The 5K course is a scenic, challenging course on dirt roads and grassy fields! The course weaves you through and around our 145-acre picturesque farm, winding past thousands of apple and cherry trees, peach orchards, raspberry canes, blackberry bushes flower & vegetable gardens, strawberry fields, and honey beehives! The backdrops and nature that surrounds you makes this challenging terrain well worth the effort! Click here for an integrative course map: Coming soon! Total elevation: Coming soon! There will be at least a dozen volunteers spread out throughout the course guiding and cheering. Two hydrations stations will be setup on course offering both water and gatorade. On course photographers will be stationed throughout the course.

Event Schedule

• Check In/Race day reg opens at 8AM and closes at 9:55AM
• Donut Dash Start: 9:30AM
• 5K Race Start: 10AM
• Award Ceremonies: 11AM

Packet Pickup

Pre pick up of your race materials will be available the day before each race at Cider Hill Farm from 3PM-5PM. Picking up your race swag in advance is always recommended and saves time in the morning. We do allow others to pick up your race materials. ID's are not needed.

Donut Dash

Children love Cider Hill Farm! And we love the children! So it's no surprise that we are hosting a Donut Dash for all your children to enjoy! We've created two course distances so everyone can participate. We encourage children 8 and under to sign up for the 400 meter dash. Children 9-12 can participate in the 800 meter dash. The 800 meter dash will start at 9:30AM and the 400 meter dash will start as soon as all those donut dashers are back. This is not officially scored, but there will be running clock at the finish line so kids can see their time when they cross the finish line. All Donut Dashers will receive a custom race bib, unique finisher medal, complimentary cider donuts and chicken feed.

Awards

Individual Awards: Top 3 Overall M/F; Top 3 M/F in each age group: Under 19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89, 90+; Top Non-Binary

Team Awards: Largest team to pre-register will receive the opportunity to setup a team tent on event day with bottles of hard cider on ice and fresh cider donuts delivered to the tent.

Series Awards - (Must register and participate in all 3 races) Fastest cumulative time for the Overall Male and Female will be named the "2026 Cider Hill Farm 5K GOAT"

Kin Kid Zone

Sponsored by Kin Fitness Kicking off at 9AM, kids and families are welcome to join in all the pre-race activities. You can expect a playful, coach-led activity space where kids and families can move, play, and stay engaged before and after the Cider 5K and Donut Dash. Kin Kids Zone is a family-friendly activity space designed to keep kids moving, engaged, and having fun while runners hit the course. Families can drop in before or after the 5K or Donut Dash to explore playful fitness challenges, movement games, and hands-on activities led by Kin Fitness coaches. The space welcomes all ages and abilities, encouraging kids to climb, jump, balance, crawl, and move — all while parents join in or cheer them on. Our goal is simple: turn race day into a joyful movement experience for the whole family. Kids & family activities to include: Obstacle courses and agility challenges, “Try this” movement stations, mini fitness games and relays, parent-and-kid movement challenges.

Parking

Parking is free and plentiful. Parking attendants will be present making it easy for you to park safely and quickly. Please be mindful of our neighbors and do not park on private property. GPS: 45 Fern Ave, Amesbury MA 01913

About Cider Hill Farm

Named #1 Apple Picking Spot in the US (yelp) and #4 Most Beautiful Farms in the World (thetravel), Cider Hill Farm is a scenic 145-acre, family farm is known for a wide selection of pick-your-own fruit, cut-your-own flowers, award-winning estate grown hard cider, farmhouse gifts and apple cider donuts. The farm store, bakery, play areas and barnyard open 7 days 8 am - 6 pm from late April - mid December. The farm's full events calendar features festivals, pop-ups, children's programs, fitness series, free live music, outdoor cider bar and tastings.

Race Contact Info

If you have any questions about this race, please contact the race director at [email protected]

Race Website

Additional race information can be found at https://www.ciderhill.com/.