Operation Delta Dog - 5K Run to Rescue

Sun, Sep 20, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT

Location: Nashua, NH; 7 Stadium Drive, Mine Falls, 03062
Type: RUN

At a glance

Run a beautiful 5K with or without your dog to support Operation Delta Dog, providing service dogs to veterans free of charge.

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For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners, runners who like a competitive edge

Join the Operation Delta Dog - 5K Run to Rescue in Nashua, NH, a heartwarming event supporting a vital cause. Run a quiet 5K through the beautiful Mine Falls, knowing that 100% of proceeds help rescue and train service dogs for veterans at no cost. This unique event welcomes runners to bring their canine companions, offering special awards for the fastest human/dog team and best matching outfits. Gather your friends and family to form a team and contribute to a meaningful mission.

What to expect

A quiet 5K run through the scenic Mine Falls in Nashua.
Run alongside your dog, with a goodie bag for your canine companion.
Post-race refreshments and awards for top finishers and teams.

Standout details

Supports Operation Delta Dog
100% of proceeds aid veterans
Run with your dog (optional)
Awards for human/dog teams

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

3 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

3.1 Miles
Sun, Sep 20, 9:00 AM EDT · From $39.05
Opens Apr 28, 2026, 8:00 PM EDT · Closes Sep 13, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
3.1 Miles
Sun, Sep 20, 9:00 AM EDT · From $28.45
Opens Apr 28, 2026, 8:00 PM EDT · Closes Sep 19, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
3.1 Miles
Sun, Sep 20, 9:00 AM EDT · From $28.45
Opens Apr 28, 2026, 8:00 PM EDT · Closes Sep 19, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

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The course

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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