This weekend, New Hampshire’s motto “Live Free or Die” will take on a new meaning. How so? The granite state is hosting a Zombie Survival Race located in the small town of New Boston, NH. As if the town name itself doesn’t sound apocalyptic enough — this Sunday, it will be filled with hundreds of zombies and runners alike. I guess you could say that the walking dead will soon become the running dead this Sunday.
But before the race commences, enjoy a nice stay in Manchester, NH. The vibrant and picturesque city is located just a short drive from New Boston. You can enjoy the city’s laid back atmosphere, great beer and famous fried chicken fingers – all within a short drive from Boston.
Where the Stay:
700 Elm St, Manchester, NH
If you’re looking to stay in downtown Manchester, this hotel is the way to go. It is centrally located near the Merrimac River, conveniently next to the Verizon Wireless Arena, and close to the popular Currier Museum of Art. In addition to the location, the hotel offers great services – perfect for your last minute getaway. You can work out in their fitness center or enjoy the indoor pool and sauna.
Go Here:
Location: 17 Hilldale Lane, New Boston, NH
Just a short drive down the road from Manchester lies the small town of New Boston. A $45 registration fee will get you into the town’s 5K “survival race,” which entails running through “zombie infested woodlands,” water and mud, all while being chased by hundreds of zombies – oh my.
You better start practicing your jumping and crawling skills now because it looks as though you’ll need them to survive all of the additional obstacles. Before the race, each runner will be given three flags attached to a belt, called “life points.” Zombies from every which direction will be pursuing your life points — but if they manage to snatch all three, you’re “dead.” Just don’t let them happen.
And if running a 5K race whilst being chased by the walking dead doesn’t sound like fun, then how about becoming the walking dead yourself? That’s right, for $14 you can register to dress up in the most “disgusting, rotten, creepy corpse” costume imaginable and become a terrifying zombie. Personally, I think the zombies have the better end of the deal here.
Registration is still open so check it out today.
Eat and Drink here:
Grab a beer at…
88 Market St, Manchester, NH
If you’re looking for a fun pub atmosphere, then head to the (appropriately named) Strange Brew Tavern. After all, your weekend is about to get a whole lot stranger once you head to zombie land. This bar serves up a great beer selection, live music and great service.
For dinner go to…
245 Hooksett Road, Manchester, NH
This unassuming, cute restaurant is famous for their chicken fingers and has been open since 1917 (so you know its gotta be good). It also serves up pasta, seafood, salads and everything else in between – there really is something for everyone here.
Images via railstoentrails.com
