2027 Frozen Paw 5K
About the race
The 2027 Frozen Paw 5K, presented by United Wholesale Mortgage, is a frosty winter tradition through the heart of Downtown Rochester during the annual Fire & Ice Festival. The race supports Leader Dogs for the Blind, which provides guide dogs and life-changing services to people who are blind or visually impaired.
Whether you're chasing a personal record, walking with friends and family, or running in support of a meaningful cause, every step makes a difference. Every registration helps provide guide dogs and services at no cost to people who are blind or visually impaired.
Bundle up and hit the course alongside 1,100 runners and walkers as Downtown Rochester comes alive with the sights, sounds, and winter magic of the Fire & Ice Festival.
Frozen Paw Expo and packet pickup
Race weekend kicks off on the Leader Dog campus with packet pickup, exclusive event merchandise, local vendors, and interactive experiences.
The expo also offers an opportunity to learn more about the mission your participation supports.
Common start and finish line
All participants will enjoy a common start and finish line experience, bringing runners, walkers, volunteers, and spectators together in one central location to celebrate every mile and every achievement.
The course
Location
Rochester, MI, USA Open in Google Maps
City insight: Rochester
Rochester is a city and the county seat of Monroe County in Western New York, and the fourth-most populous city in the state. It grew up along the Genesee River valley. Winters are cold and snowy and summers are warm, so late spring and early autumn are the best seasons to race.
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