Kingdom Games now offers two popular running events. We run mostly on dirt roads, gravel paths, and trails that are challenging to the most seasoned athlete, great for running clubs, and feature shorter options to allow the entire running and walking community to participate, “Just for the Fun of It” Each race has a Team Challenge: Teams of 3 to 10. Top three times of each team are used to determine the fastest teams with a special prize and bragging rights. Here’s what we offer in 2026 and 2027.
Dandelion Run, May 23, 2026 and May 22, 2027 – Marathon. Half Marathon with 10 K plus 1, 2, and 4 mile options on dirt roads through the world-famous dandelion fields of Derby, Morgan and Holland, with musicians and bands sprinkled in the fields along the way and back at the Derby Beach House at the picnic lunch and after party. It’s May! It’s time to Run! Just for the Fun of It! Underwritten by Community National Bank. In honor and memory of Terri Weed. Supporting Umbrella and its important work advocating for victims of violence.
Fly to Pie – Doin’ the Dirt – Kingdom Marathon – October 3rd, 2026 – Run, bike or hike this full marathon on vista riddled, dirt roads through “the gut” of the Northeast Kingdom at the height of Fall Foliage – with 10 km, 13.5, and 17 mile options. We finishing at Parker Pie, West Glover with all the pizza you can eat, Hill Farmstead Beer on tap. Jay Peak Shuttle back to the start. Toughest and most beautiful road marathon you’re ever going to run. Supporting the Halo Foundation.