FAQs

The NHSG is a group of sports and events that are contested by individuals and teams for competitive fun and for staying fit, healthy and meeting new friends. While the NH Senior Games are held every year, in even-numbered years you can also qualify to compete in the National Senior Games, held every odd-numbered year.  This year's games will serve as a qualifier for the 2023 National Games held in Pittsburgh, PA.

We provide 20 sports and events.  In recent years, we've added the fast-growing sports of disc golf and cornhole.  Please view our website for a complete list at https://nhseniorgames.org/sports/.

The games are held at various locations throughout NH. Thanks to a unique partnership with the Maine Senior Games, we’re proud to invite NH athletes to compete in two sports (Road Race and Cycling) in Maine. Please visit our web site https://nhseniorgames.org/schedule/ to view the schedule, details and location for your sport or event.

The games are held starting in late June and concluding in mid-September. Please visit our web site and click on SCHEDULE to make sure you won't miss your favorite sports.

The games are held at various locations throughout NH and ME. Please visit our web site and click on Schedule to view the schedule, details, and location for your sport or events.

Anyone who is age 40+ by December 31, 2021 is eligible for our games. Athletes age 50+ are eligible to qualify for the National Games. The minimum age for team sports is 50 years of age. The NH Senior Games are open to out of state and international residents.

No, our sports and events are all open to all levels. Elite, recreational and first-time amateur athletes are all welcome!

Yes, the 2022 NH Senior Games will serve as a qualifier for the National Senior Games scheduled for July 7-18, 2023 in Pittsburgh, PA.

All 1st, 2nd and 3rd place finishers will receive a medal in the sport or event that is being contested.

Registration opens May 1, 2021. The preferred registration method is online through our web site https://nhseniorgames.org. Paper registrations are available for an additional fee of $10. Same day registration is available for some sports/events, please check the registration section for details.

On-line registration opens March 1^st of each year, with Pickleball registration starting in January of the year.

Each sport has an online registration deadline of 7 days prior to an event, with a few exceptions. Also, same day registration is available for some events/sports (additional fee may be charged). Please view the schedule and each sport page for registration deadline details.

No, New Hampshire is an “open” state and we are pleased to welcome out of state athletes! In the past, we have had athletes participate from many States and Canada.

For help with registering, contact registration@nhseniorgames.org.

Sorry, no refunds, period. If you have questions, please email us at registration@nhseniorgames.org.