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Erie Humane Society Trails & Tails 5K Run

Date
October 3, 2026
Distance
5K Run · 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk

From the Organizer

Join the Erie Humane Society for the Trails & Tails 5K Run! Lace up your shoes and leash up your pup as we raise money for the Erie Humane Society & SafeNet's joint program, Haven 2 Home.

Details:

Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026

Where: Harborcreek Community Park

Times:

  • Registration/check-in begins, 8:00 AM
  •  5K race begins at 9:00 AM
  •  1 mile fun run begins at 9:15 AM

Event Cost: 

  • 5k Race-$25
  • 1 mile fun run-$15

Race Shirt:

  • 2026 race shirts will be available for an additional purchase. Unisex sizes - Small to XXL.

Early Check-In & Bib Pick-Up: 

Early check-in and bib pick-up will be at the Erie Humane society on Thursday, October 1, from Noon to 6pm, and Friday, October 2, from Noon to 4pm.

Events

5K Run9 AMRegister →
1-Mile Fun Run/Walk9:05 AMRegister →

Weather

Typical Conditions

It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A 7-day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.

Typical High

67°

Typical Low

51°

Chance of Rain

41%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Erie Intl Ap, 7 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:20 AMSunset 7:00 PMDaylight 11h 40m

Host City

About Erie, PA

Population

94,156

as of 2023

Elevation

656 ft

Nearest Airport

ERI

Erie International Tom Ridge Field · 6 mi

Major Hub

BUF

Buffalo Niagara International Airport · 88 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.

Race Location

From Endurance Grid

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Erie Humane Society Trails & Tails 5K Run?
Erie Humane Society Trails & Tails 5K Run is a running race held in Erie, Pennsylvania on October 3, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the Erie Humane Society Trails & Tails 5K Run?
Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Erie, Pennsylvania at Harborcreek Community Park, Erie, PA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Erie Humane Society Trails & Tails 5K Run?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Erie Humane Society Trails & Tails 5K Run

Oct 3, 2026

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