Description
Run for the Dogs 5K features a fast, flat, and scenic course and proceeds from this event support a local rescue!
Join us on Sunday, September 6, 2026 at 9:00 am for an exciting event that features the scenic views of Queeny Park and supports a local rescue. With awesome swag for all dog lovers and runners, this race is a sure thing for a great doggy good time! This race is timed and scored by J3 Timing. Results will be posted at www.J3Timing.com.
Registration Includes:
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T-Shirt
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Finisher Medal
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Dog Charm
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5k Run/Walk Entry
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Chip Timed Race Bib
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Live Race Results
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Finisher Photographs
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Finish Line Treats For Humans and Dogs!
Can I Run with My Pet? Absolutely! We are running to support pets, pet lovers, and animal charities! So you can run or walk with or without your pet! All pets that are participating must be on a short lead and well behaved.
Can I participate virtually? Yes, click here to register for our Virtual Run for the Dogs.
Start Time: All Participants will start at 9:00AM.
Packet Pickup: will be on race day beginning 1 hour prior to race start time.
Race Swag
Place
St Louis, MO US 63131
Race Preview and 2026 Highlights
About Our Rescue
Five Acres Animal Shelter is a non-profit 501c3 organization dedicated to ending pet homelessness, promoting responsible pet ownership, and advocating for animal welfare. Five Acres welcomes in nearly 2,000 cats and dogs per year to give them the second chance they need and deserve. We also support pet owners in our community by providing low-cost spay/neuter services, low-cost vaccines and microchips, and operating our AniMeals Pet Food Pantry.
Course Map
Awards
Awards will be given in the following categories:
Overall Male/Female
Top 3 in Age Groups:
9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79 and 80 and over
Event Photos
FAQ's
Can I Run with My Pet? Absolutely! We are running to support pets, pet lovers, and animal charities! So you can run or walk with or without your LEASHED pet!
Can I participate virtually? Yes, click here to register for our Virtual Run for the Dogs. Virtual Packets will begin mailing on or around October 20th.
Are strollers allowed? You are welcome to use a stroller for this event but it is not recommended due to uneven ground on the course and children in strollers can participate for free and do not need to register.
Is walking allowed? Yes, Absolutely! We have as many walkers as we do runners (if not more!)
I still have questions, who do I contact? If you have a question, someone else probably does too. Email us using the "questions" button on this page, we would love to hear from you!
Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.
Race Website
Additional race information can be found at https://www.runfordogs5k.com/.
