Operation Delta Dog - 5K Run to Rescue
- Date
- September 20, 2026
- Location
- 7 Stadium Drive, Nashua, NH
- Distance
- 5K · Veteran Category · Youth Registration
From the Organizer
Date: September 20, 2026
Location: Mine Falls, Nashua NH
Start Time: 9AM
Description: Run a quiet 5K through the beautiful Mine Falls in Nashua to help support Operation Delta Dog! Operation Delta Dog rescues dogs and trains them to be service dogs for veterans - all at no cost to our veterans!
Early Packet Pickup/Race Day Reg: 7:45AM for both packet pickup and same day registration.
Fees:
$35 pre-registration (on or before August 31)
$45 on September 1
**Veteran or Veteran with One Dog - $25 (NO PRICE CHANGE)
**15 & Under Pricing - $25 Flat Rate
Want to run with one dog?: All race categories (5K, Veteran Category, Youth Registration) will allow runners to bring one dog each and registrants will also receive a finish line goodie bag for their dog. There will also be 2 prizes for runners with a dog: Fastest Team (human/dog) and Best Matching Outfits (human/dog). During the registration process, please select if you will be running with a dog or not!
Team/Club Category: This is an easy and fun way to recruit your family and friends. Teams must consist of at least 3+ people. Prizes will be awarded for the largest & fastest team (teams must include at least 1 female for prizes)
Swag: The first 200 registrants by August 16th will receive a commemorative Operation Delta Dog Run to Rescue t-shirt.
Awards:
Top Overall Male/Female
Medals to top three M/F finishers in each category (Under 14, 15-19 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+)
Largest Team
Fastest Team (Cumulative time for the top 3 finishers) *(Must include at least 1 female)
Top three overall M/F Veteran finishers
Fastest Dog/Human Finisher
Best Human/Dog Matching Outfits
*No double dipping
Post-Race Festivities: Light refreshments and an award ceremony.
Beneficiary: 100% of proceeds will be allocated to Operation Delta Dog
Can’t make the event? But would like to make a contribution? Donations can be made right here through this registration platform.
Weather Policy: This event will be held rain or shine.
Questions: Email info@operationdeltadog.org or call 603.921.5253
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Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
74°
Typical Low
51°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Nashua Cwsu, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Nashua, NH
Population
91,131
as of 2023
Elevation
125 ft
Nearest Airport
MHT
Manchester-Boston Regional Airport · 12 mi
Major Hub
BOS
Boston Logan International Airport · 37 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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- Race
- Operation Delta Dog - 5K Run to Rescue
- Date
- September 20, 2026
- Location
- 7 Stadium Drive, Nashua, NH
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- What is the Operation Delta Dog - 5K Run to Rescue?
- Operation Delta Dog - 5K Run to Rescue is a running race held in Nashua, New Hampshire on September 20, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Operation Delta Dog - 5K Run to Rescue?
- Sunday, September 20, 2026 in Nashua, New Hampshire at 7 Stadium Drive, Nashua, NH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Operation Delta Dog - 5K Run to Rescue?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Operation Delta Dog - 5K Run to Rescue
Sep 20, 2026