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29th Annual NSKS Run & Walk for Food & Shelter

Where does the 29th Annual NSKS Run & Walk for Food & Shelter take place?

On Sunday, April 7th, our event is held on the campus of Rivier University, outside of the Muldoon Fitness Center. The address is 420 South Main Street, Nashua, NH.




Are the 5K and 10K races USATF Certified?


Yes, both are certified by USATF.

5K Certification Number is NH24002BK

10K Certification Number is NH24003BK


What times do the Race & Walk start?

Our Kids Sprint takes place at 12:30PM. It takes place in the Muldoon Fitness Center parking lot.


Our Race Chair Duo Race starts at 1:00PM. Our Starting Line is located on South Main Street. South Main Street will be closed when our race starts but will be reopened when all runners cross our Starting Line timing mats.


Our 5K and 10K Race starts at 1:02PM. Our Starting Line is located on South Main Street. South Main Street will be closed when our race starts but will be reopened when all runners cross our Starting Line timing mats.


Our 3K Walk starts after all the 5K and 10K runners cross the Starting Line, usually by 1:05PM. Because Walkers are not timed, there is no need to cross the Starting Line timing mats. Please stay on the sidewalk.



Are baby strollers or baby running strollers allowed on the course?

No, any type of baby stroller is NOT ALLOWED on any of the courses.



Can I run with my dog?

No, dogs are NOT ALLOWED to participate in any of our events unless they are accompanying a disabled, registered participant.




When registering, are there processing fees?

Unfortunately, there are processing fees charged to your race registration. We want to be transparent and let you know Race Roster charges fees on your credit card transactions. We do not receive any of these funds.

  • 6.99% + $0.00 × per transaction + $1.99 × number of registrants

  • If you make a donation and do not register for any of our events, the processing fee is 6.50% + $0.85 per transaction

  • If you transfer from one event to a different event, there is a $1.95 transfer fee


Does the 29th Annual NSKS Run & Walk for Food & Shelter use chip timing?

Yes, we use the Chrono Track Systems B-Tag to time all runners. The single-use timing chip is on the back of the bib. Bib numbers cannot be folded or altered and must be worn on the outer most layer of clothing and on the front of your body. The start time is triggered when you cross the start mats at the Starting Line. The chip will track all runners finish time as they cross the finish mat. Walker bibs to not have a timing chip.




Are the 29th Annual NSKS Run & Walk for Food & Shelter races on certified courses?

Yes, both are 10k and 5k are USATF Certified courses.



Can I switch from one event to another?

Yes, registered participants can switch events if done before Wednesday, March 22nd, 12:00PM.

1. Go to the Race Roster event registration page.

2. Sign-in to your Race Roster account.

3. On the right-hand side or left-hand, click the Transfer button.

You will be taken to a new page where you can select if you want to Transfer to a new sub-event .


To transfer to a new sub-event, you will be prompted to select the new sub-event and then to start the transfer. From there you will be asked to fill out the form and proceed with the new registration as normal.

Please note: there is a $1.95 transfer fee that Race Roster charges to make this change.

Contact Carol@nsks.org with questions.


Anyone who switches events on their own (registered for the 5k Run but decides to complete the 3k Walk) without notifying the proper race officials will be omitted from the official results.


Anyone wishing to change events after 3/10/2024, 11:55PM, will have to reregister as a new registration.



I have signed up for the 3K Walk. Can I walk on the 5K Run course?

No, if you have a 3K Walk bib, please stay on the 3K Walk course. The 3K Walk course stays on South Main Street and has you turn around at Bulova Drive, then head back on South Main Street to return to the Muldoon Center. The 3K Walk is not a timed event.



When/Where is packet pick up?

In-person individual participants can get their bib, and shirt if qualified, at either one of these times:


>Pre-registration Pick Up: Saturday, April 6th (day before event)

at Fleet Feet in Nashua, 4 Coliseum Ave, 10:00AM – 2:00PM

Fleet Feet is offering to anyone picking up their packet on Saturday, April 6, 2024 a10% discount off any purchase made the same day, Saturday, April 6, 2024. This discount cannot to be combined with any other offers.


PLEASE NOTE: If you are part of a Corporate Team, your Team Captain will have your bib and shirt. It will NOT be available on Saturday at Fleet Feet.


>Race Day Check-In: 11:00AM – 12:30PM

Go to the Pre-Registration table in front of the Muldoon Fitness Center, Rivier University, 420 South Main Street, Nashua.


PLEASE NOTE: If you are part of a Corporate Team, your Team Captain will have your bib and shirt. It will NOT be available at the Pre-Registration table.



How do I create a Corporate Team?

You need a minimum of 3 co-workers to create a team. Designate a Team Captain and register through your Team name. To qualify for the Corporate Cup, at least 3 corporate team registrations must be for the in-person 5K. Corporate Team registration must take place by March 10, 11:59PM. Corporate Teams can NOT register on Race Day.



How do I qualify for a Run & Walk for Food & Shelter Shirt?

Everyone who registers by Sunday, March 10th, 2024, 11:59PM will get the shirt size they’ve selected.


Is there parking available?

Yes, there is ample free parking in the parking lots in the surrounding area.







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