Common Ground 5k

Lace up your shoes for the inaugural Common Ground 5k on June 7, 2026, in the picturesque setting of Starksboro, Vermont. This exciting event, hosted at the Common Ground Center, offers both a moderately challenging 5K trail run/walk and a fun, family-friendly 1K option. The 5K course is designed to immerse runners in the natural beauty of Vermont, weaving through lush trails, open fields, and even between charming camp cabins, promising a unique and scenic experience for all participants. Prepare for a "moderately challenging" and officially timed race, set against a backdrop of green forests, sunny fields, and cool streams that characterize the Common Ground Center.

More than just a race, the Common Ground 5k is a community celebration that directly supports vital initiatives. Proceeds benefit the Common Ground Center's adventure camp programs, summer camps, and other efforts aimed at ensuring all children and families have opportunities to learn, play, and thrive. This event champions inclusivity, inviting runners and walkers of all ages and abilities to connect with the Vermont community and beyond, fostering a sense of togetherness on "Common Ground."

As a new local tradition, this race is poised to become a beloved annual event, offering a taste of "camp magic" on race day. Typical race day conditions in early June in Starksboro include highs around 75°F and lows around 55°F, with a 21% chance of precipitation, providing generally pleasant running weather. Join in the fun at the Common Ground Center, located at 473 Tatro Road, Starksboro, VT, with the 1K kicking off at 9:30 AM EDT and the 5K following at 10:00 AM EDT.