Pope Memorial SPCA Frosty Paws 5K

Pope Memorial SPCA Frosty Paws 5K is held in Concord, New Hampshire, in Merrimack County, on November 14, 2026. The single format is the Frosty Paws 5k (3.1 miles), starting at 9:00 a.m. from the Banks Humane Education Center. The course runs through the grounds of St. Paul's School before returning to the start, and dogs are welcome as long as they are leashed and vaccinated. Jogging strollers are allowed too, and the event raises funds for homeless animals.

If you are bringing your dog, a bit of preparation goes a long way: practice a few 2- to 3-mile runs together on a leash so your dog learns to hold a line and a pace, and line up toward the back to avoid tangles at the start. Running solo, you can treat the 5K as a proper race with an even effort and a strong finish, or as a relaxed outing with the family. Six weeks of three runs a week is enough training for the distance. Arrive early to pick up your bib and give your dog time to settle before the 9:00 start.