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Tails and Trails 5K Run/2K Walk

Tails and Trails 5K Run/2K Walk is a running race on May 8, 2027 in Chester Springs, PA, with entry fees from $20 to $40.

Date
May 8, 2027 (181 days to go)
Price
$20–$40
Sport
Running

From the Organizer

In-Person Run/Walk Participant Information

Join us on Saturday, May 9, at Main Line Animal Rescue 

(1149 Pike Springs Road, Chester Springs, PA)

7:30 am Registration Opens
9:00 am Runners Begin
9:15 am Walkers Begin
10:15 am Beverage Garden/After-Party Opens
12:00 pm Event concludes


Register
by selecting one of the options above (run or walk).

Friends, family, kid-friendly dogs, and dog-friendly kids are welcome to register to attend. 

This event is rain or shine. 

Please note: If you register later than Monday, April 21, we cannot guarantee the official 2026 Tails & Trails Race Shirt.  We can potentially provide an alternative Tails & Trails race shirt.

 

Other Activities:

  • Music 

  • Raffle Baskets

  • 50/50 Drawing

  • Adoptable Animals 

  • Beverage Garden 

  • Games

  • Local Vendors

  • Take Home Crafts

  • Photo Ops

  • More

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Virtual Run/Walk Participant Information


Register
by selecting the virtual option above. 

Complete your run/walk out on the road, on your favorite trails, or on your indoor treadmill on or around Saturday, May 9, 2026.


Track your mileage through apps Strava, Runkeeper, Apple watch, Pacer, Run with Map My Run, or RunGo. 

Tag us on social media! Use #tailsandtrails2026 @mainlineaninmalrescue @pspca so we can see you before, during, or after your run or walk.  Be sure to include your furry friends, of course!

Events

5K Run IN-PERSON (Children 10 & Under)
VIRTUAL 5K Run/2K Walk (Children 10 & Under)
2K Walk IN-PERSON (Children 10 & Under)
5K Run IN-PERSON (Children 11-15)$20
2K Walk IN-PERSON (Children 11-15)$20
2K Walk IN-PERSON$40
5K Run IN-PERSON$40

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

66°

Typical Low

41°

Chance of Rain

49%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Meyersdale 2 Ssw, 6 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:09 AMSunset 8:17 PMDaylight 14h 8m

About Chester Springs, PA

City Elevation

542 ft

Nearest Airport

PHL

Philadelphia International Airport · 26 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.

Race Location

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Tails and Trails 5K Run/2K Walk, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

181

Days to train

Race
Tails and Trails 5K Run/2K Walk
Date
May 8, 2027

Get Ready for Race Day

Plan your training, log every workout, and track your progress all the way to race day in the Endurance Grid app.

The training calendar in the Endurance Grid app: the week plan and every day colored by sport
A Race Story in the Endurance Grid app: the finish photo and everyone who finished

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Tails and Trails 5K Run/2K Walk?
Tails and Trails 5K Run/2K Walk is a running race held in Chester Springs, Pennsylvania on May 8, 2027. 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 Tails and Trails 5K Run/2K Walk?
Saturday, May 8, 2027 in Chester Springs, Pennsylvania at 1149 Pike Springs Rd. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Tails and Trails 5K Run/2K Walk?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Tails and Trails 5K Run/2K Walk

May 8, 2027

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