Embrace the chill of winter at the annual Frigid Fiver, a beloved 5K race returning to Newburyport, MA, on February 1, 2026. This festive event, co-hosted by the Joppa Flats Running Club and the Newburyport Rotary Club, offers runners a unique opportunity to challenge themselves while supporting local charities and scholarships. Starting and finishing at the lively RiverWalk Brewing Co. at 40 Parker Street, the Frigid Fiver promises a memorable race experience followed by well-deserved camaraderie.

The course is primarily a rail trail run, but don't let the name fool you into expecting a perfectly smooth path. Runners can anticipate a varied terrain that might include service roads, wooded sections with tree roots, and even some frozen ruts, especially given typical race day conditions that see highs around 36F and lows near 17F with a 15% chance of precipitation. This mix provides an engaging, albeit potentially challenging, winter run that has been praised for its organization and engaging course.

As a long-standing tradition in Newburyport, the Frigid Fiver is more than just a race; it's a community gathering. The first 200 registered participants will receive a long-sleeved shirt, and all finishers can look forward to post-race celebrations at RiverWalk Brewing Co. Join fellow runners for a brisk 3.1-mile adventure and kick off February with an exhilarating start that gives back to the community.