
From the Organizer
Vendor Registration closes Monday, August 21, 2026.
DOG SAFETY: please remember this is a 1 or 3.1 mile race depending on your registered event. Consider the heat and your dog’s ability to manage the temperature and running on asphalt. Water for the dogs will be available at start/finish.
NOTE: Dogs are permitted to participate in all events when accompanied by a registered runner/walker. Dogs must be in a harness/collar and on a leash or suitable lead. NO RETRACTABLE LEASHES.
NOTE: due to the high temperatures expected in late August, we will not have canine awards in the 5K this year. Dogs are welcome to participate in all events but there will be no medals available this year for the canine category.
Pup Photo Contest after the 1 Mile and 5K have finished. Entry Fee is $5 and open to anyone onsite with a pet. Contest Categories include: Best Dressed Pet, Best Pet/Owner Look Alike, Cutest Pet Smile, Best Large Breed, Best Small Breed. Each winner will receive a prize!
There will be a vendor fair on site with animal friendly and community service vendors for your enjoyment between 7:30 am and 11 am.
Top three male and female overall
Top three male and female 10 and under
Top three male and female 11-13
Top three male and female 14-16
Top three male and female 17-19
Top three in 10 year age groups from 20-29 through 70-74 and 75 and over.
Human Awards 5K Competitive Walk
Male and Female Places 1st -5th
The 1 Mile Fun Run and Pup Strut will be an untimed event.
Distances & Pricing
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About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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