Hair of the Dog 5k
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Hair of the Dog 5K
The Quiet Resorts Charitable Foundation stages the annual Hair of the Dog event in downtown Bethany Beach, Delaware, centered on the Boardwalk Bandstand. The event combines a chip timed 5K run, a 1 Mile walk, and the Leo Brady Polar Plunge, presented as separate or combined options. The 2027 edition marks the 16th annual 5K and the 30th annual Polar Plunge.
Key registration and kit details are published for participants: online registration closes on December 30, 2026, and pre-registered participants by December 21, 2026 receive a commemorative long sleeve white tech t-shirt in their selected size. Packet pick up is scheduled the day before the event at Keller Williams Realty in Bethany Beach, with limited onsite registration available at Mango’s on the event day.
Event policies and race services are described: the 5K uses timing chips on bibs, dogs are permitted only on the 1 Mile walk, strollers and walkers are asked to start at the back of the field, and waivers are required for all participants. The plunge requires a wristband and is supervised by lifeguards but is a swim or plunge at each participant’s own risk. The event is rain or shine except for lightning, and there are no refunds for any reason.
Distances: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- 5K run
- 1 Mile walk
- Leo Brady Polar Plunge
