Erie Humane Society Trails & Tails 5K Run
Erie Humane Society Trails & Tails 5K Run is a running race on October 3, 2026 in Erie, PA, with entry fees from $15 to $25.
- Date
- October 3, 2026 (72 days to go)
- Price
- $15–$25
- Sport
- Running
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
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 race 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, 12 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Erie, PA
Population
94,156
as of 2023
City 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.
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72
Days to train
- Race
- Erie Humane Society Trails & Tails 5K Run
- Date
- October 3, 2026
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Erie Humane Society Trails & Tails 5K Run
Oct 3, 2026