Saunders 10k

The Saunders 10k is an annual road race held in Rye, New Hampshire, now in its 49th edition. The event takes place on the third Thursday in August and is limited to 450 runners. The course is a modified clockwise loop through the town, starting on Central Road near Partner’s Bank and finishing at a nearby parking field.

Participants compete for cash prizes and special age-group T-shirts. After the race, a traditional celebration party is held. The event also supports the New Hampshire Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (NHSPCA), emphasizing community involvement alongside competitive running. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.