Merrimack Sparkler 5k Run/Walk

07/09/2026

UPDATE!!!
It turns out the photo link had an issue — here is a working link! https://runsignup.com/Race/Photos/Location/2026SparklerPhotos/NH/Merrimack/MerrimackSparkler5kRunWalk

Thanks again to Mark Gosselin for providing these photos for no charge!

The 29th Annual Merrimack Sparkler 5k Run/Walk is on Saturday July 4, 2026. It includes the following events: Kids Fun Run and 5k Run/Walk.

07/06/2026

Race photos are in! Huge shoutout to our intrepid photographer Mark Gosselin who did his very best to capture everyone! He has made his photos available for free download - find them here!

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07/05/2026

If you got first or second place in your age group yesterday and did NOT claim your medal, please feel free to message us. We have a pickup location available in Merrimack.

We are tremendously proud of you for working through the heat yesterday. Your efforts showed true grit and determination. Bravo!

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07/05/2026

Thank you and cheers to all our runners and walkers and our amazing volunteers!! It was a hot day and everyone handled it like champs! Race results are available here:

07/03/2026

EARLY BIB PICKUP TODAY!!
Come see us at the VFW at 282 DW Highway in Merrimack from 4-6 pm. You can pick up for friends and family too! See you then!

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07/02/2026

25 hours left to register at this price point. Then...A $5 increase.

Who's IN??? Let's get those numbers UP. It wouldn't be the same without you!!!

https://runsignup.com/Race/NH/Merrimack/MerrimackSparkler5kRunWalk

06/30/2026

We love our In Kind Sponsors who donated a good or service to help make the Sparkler all it can be!

Thanks go out to -

Marathon Sports - top 2 male and female awards!
Papergraphics - all our printing needs!
Mint Printworks - our T-shirts!
B.Well Studios, LLC - water!

All of our sponsors mean so much to us - we truly could not do it without them!

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06/30/2026

Now it's time for our Blue Sponsors, who donated between $100-$249. Perfect for small businesses!

Bailey's Towing and Auto Body, LLC
JW’s Small Engine Repair LLC
Desserts by Sarah
Tinglof Insurance

Thank you for your support!

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06/30/2026

Now let's talk about our White Sponsors, who donated between $250-$499. Such a sweet spot!

SMD Pure New Hampshire Maple Syrup
Reeds Ferry Lumber Corp Corp
Dan Bantham - State Farm Agent
CPTE (Center for Physical Therapy and Exercise)
O’Keefe Landscape & Irrigation, Inc.
Painter's Point

Thank you to one and all!

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