Events
Heroes on the Run 10K
Heroes on the Run 5K
Description
The 7th Annual Heroes on the Run
Presented by Subaru of Bend
Run in the morning. Celebrate all day.
For the first time ever, Heroes on the Run is part of Heroes & Hounds, a full-day celebration in Bend’s Old Mill District in partnership with the Hungry Hound Doggolympics.
After the race, enjoy a live frisbee show by JD Platt & The K9 Kings. Then, cheer on the Hungry Hound Doggolympics on the lawn at Greg’s Grill. The Doggolympics feature an obstacle agility course, high jump, a 50-yard sprint, and a best trick competition. Dogs can compete or just come hang out. All friendly dogs are welcome.
Adoptable dogs will be on-site all day, along with food and beverage options. We will also have local vendors, and our Kids Zone with a bouncy house, face painting, and more.
Every registration fuels rescue missions, lifesaving medical care, and spay/neuter clinics around the world and right here at home.
To learn more, volunteer, foster, or view adoptable dogs, visit www.streetdoghero.org .

Run Details
Leashed, friendly dogs are welcome — bring your PAWticipant!
Both races are professionally timed and run along the Deschutes River on a mix of pavement and compacted gravel with minimal elevation gain. The 5K is stroller-friendly throughout, while the 10K extends south of the Bill Healy Bridge onto a more natural, narrower stretch of trail.
Every registered runner receives a custom finisher medal and complimentary beer (21+). Race shirts and PAWticipant bandanas are available as optional add-ons during registration.
Kids Mini Run participants receive their own Street Dog Hero cape and mask, plus a finisher medal.
Awards for the Top 3 Men’s & Women’s finishers (Adult & Youth). Winners choose directly from our Prize Table featuring gift cards, gear, local experiences, and more. Fast feet get first choice.
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Event Location & Layout
Updated Site Map Coming Soon
Event Schedule
8:00 AM – On-Site Packet Pickup & Check-In Opens
9:30 AM – Group warm-up
10:00 AM – 10K Start
10:15 AM – 5K Start
11:45 AM – Awards Ceremony
12:30 PM – Kids Mini Run
1:30 PM – JD Platt & The K9 Kings Frisbee Show
2:00 PM – Hungry Hound Doggolympics Begin
Race Contact Info
Directions
Race Registration & Start/Finish will take place on the grass near the entrance to the Hayden Homes Amphitheater. From the Old Mill shopping area, cross the pedestrian bridge toward the Amphitheater. Once across the bridge, you’ll see a large grassy area to the left towards the parking lot.
Doggolympics, Dog Zone, Kids Zone, Food & Beer will take place across the river on and around the lawn at Greg’s Grill (to the left as you cross back into the shopping area).
Race Participant Survey
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