Kelley's Pace Hare Hop 5K

Kelley's Pace Hare Hop 5K takes place at Stonington, Connecticut, on February 27, 2027, with a single 5K (3.1 miles) starting at 9:00 a.m. The race is organized by Kelley's Pace, and no elevation figure is published, so ask about the profile if you plan to compare your time with other 5Ks on your calendar.

Shop-run races in small New England towns tend to draw a mix of local club runners and first-timers, which usually means a fast front and a relaxed field behind it. Either way, the preparation is the same: keep your regular mileage, add one weekly session of short repetitions at faster than race pace, and warm up thoroughly, since a 5K is decided in the opening minutes. Late February also makes this a useful marker before spring road racing gets going.