Walk for Paws
- Date
- August 30, 2026
- Distance
- 5K
- Price
- $35
From the Organizer
Walk for Paws 2026
Contra Costa Humane Society is excited to bring Walk for Paws to Pleasant Hill!
Join us on Sunday, August 30, 2026, for a fun-filled morning benefiting homeless animals throughout Contra Costa County. Walk for Paws brings together animal lovers, families, local businesses, and community supporters for a dog-friendly community walk and celebration.
Every registration helps support the lifesaving work of Contra Costa Humane Society, including medical care, foster programs, adoption services, and assistance for pets and the people who love them.
Whether you walk with your dog, your family, your friends, or simply in support of animals in need, you'll be helping create brighter futures for homeless pets in our community.
Event Details
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Pleasant Hill City Hall Park
100 Gregory Lane
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Event Schedule
9:00 AM – Registration & Check-In Opens
9:00 AM – Welcome Remarks
9:15 AM – Walk for Paws Begins
9:45 AM – 11:30 AM – Enjoy sponsor and community partner booths, the Pup Cup Station, photo opportunities, the Best Dressed Pup Contest, giveaways, and more.
11:30 AM – Event Concludes
Registration & Pricing
Early Bird Registration (through June 30, 2026)
$35 per participant
Regular Registration (July 1 – August 29, 2026)
$45 per participant
Event Day Registration
$50 per participant
Dogs: Free
Registration Includes
- Participation in Walk for Paws
- Access to event activities and sponsor experiences
- Entry into the Best Dressed Pup Contest
- Access to the Pup Cup Station
- Photo opportunities
- Sponsor and community partner area
- Event giveaways (while supplies last)
Fundraising
Participants are encouraged to create a personal fundraising page and invite friends, family, and colleagues to support homeless animals throughout Contra Costa County.
Every dollar raised helps provide medical care, adoption services, foster support, and other lifesaving programs for animals in need.
Interested in Sponsoring?
Email Ashley Williams at awilliams@cchumane.org for sponsorship information.
Can't Attend?
You can still support homeless animals by making a donation to Contra Costa Humane Society.
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
88°
Typical Low
59°
Chance of Rain
1%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Concord Wwtp, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Pleasant Hill, CA
Population
34,335
as of 2023
City Elevation
54 ft
Nearest Airport
OAK
San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport · 18 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Walk for Paws, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Walk for Paws?
- Walk for Paws is a running race held in Pleasant Hill, California on August 30, 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 Walk for Paws?
- Sunday, August 30, 2026 in Pleasant Hill, California at 100 Gregory Lane. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Walk for Paws?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Walk for Paws
Aug 30, 2026