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Griffin Pond Animal Shelter Rescue Run

August 23, 2026

Events

5K Run

Price: $30
Time: 9:00AM EDT
Registration ends August 20, 2026 at 11:59pm EDT

10k Run

Price: $35
Time: 9:00AM EDT
Registration ends August 20, 2026 at 11:59pm EDT

2 Mile Fun Walk

Price: $30
Time: 9:00AM EDT
Registration ends August 20, 2026 at 11:59pm EDT

Event Description

 

Join us for the Griffin Pond Animal Shelter Rescue Run on Sunday, August 23, 2026, at the Lackawanna Heritage Trail in Scranton.

This event will include a 5K, 10K, and Fun Walk, giving runners, walkers, families, and animal lovers a chance to come together for a great cause.

All proceeds benefit Griffin Pond Animal Shelter and help provide food, medical care, shelter, and second chances for animals in need.

Whether you run solo, walk with friends, or form a team, your participation will make a difference for the dogs and cats of Griffin Pond.

Race day begins at 9:00 AM at the Olive Street Pavilion. Registration is $30 for the 5K, $35 for the 10K, and $30 for the Fun Walk.

Each preregistered participant will receive a Rescue Run T-shirt.

 

What: 5k run, 10k run, 2 mile fun walk
 
When: Sunday, August 23, 2026 at 9 AM - Registration and packet pickup starting at 7:30 AM
 
Where: Lackawanna River Heritage Trail - Olive Street Trailhead
 
Cost: 5k - $30, 10k - $35, 2 mile fun walk - $30
 
Everyone who registers by August 16th will receive a free Rescue Run T-Shirt
 
Dogs are welcome, but we ask that you keep them on a leash and please be mindful of other participants.*
 
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Event Location

Love Rd, Scranton, PA 18508
Scranton, PA 18508 US View Location on Map

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