5K Paws for a Cause and 1M Strut your Mutt at Dogapalooza
- Date Sat 10th May 2025
- Time 10:30AM EST
- Location Goshen, Indiana
- Price $22.20 - $32.80
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for a tail-wagging good time at the 5K Paws for a Cause and 1M Strut Your Mutt event on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at Ox Bow Park in beautiful Goshen, Elkhart. This exciting day is perfect for runners, walkers, and their furry friends to enjoy a timed trail run or walk in a scenic natural setting. Participants can choose between a fun 5K course or a shorter 1-mile stroll with their beloved dogs. The festivities kick off with check-in starting at 9:00 am, followed by the race beginning at 10:30 am.
After crossing the finish line, stick around for the Elkhart County Parks Dogapalooza, featuring dog-themed vendors, delicious food trucks, a lively beer garden, and various activities for both humans and pups to enjoy. Whether you're a dog owner or considering adoption, this event supports the Humane Society of Elkhart County, which impacts the lives of over 11,500 animals annually. Join us for a day filled with fun, camaraderie, and a great cause!
After crossing the finish line, stick around for the Elkhart County Parks Dogapalooza, featuring dog-themed vendors, delicious food trucks, a lively beer garden, and various activities for both humans and pups to enjoy. Whether you're a dog owner or considering adoption, this event supports the Humane Society of Elkhart County, which impacts the lives of over 11,500 animals annually. Join us for a day filled with fun, camaraderie, and a great cause!
Organiser's Description
Join the Humane Society of Elkhart County (HSEC) at Ox Bow Park in Goshen, IN for a timed trail run/walk in a pleasant natural environment. Runners, walkers, and their dogs will be gathering to enjoy time together, activities, great music, and sharing with others. After the race is over, stay a while for Elkhart County Parks Dogapalooza! Enjoy dog-themed vendors and activities, great food trucks, a beer garden, and so much more!
Dont have a dog to bring to the event? Consider adopting one! Take a look at all of our adoptable pups here! [https://elkharthumanesociety.org/dogs/]
Proceeds from this event will be directed toward the daily operations of the Humane Society of Elkhart County. In 2023, over 11,500 animals of over 35 species were impacted by HSEC.
RACE INFORMATION
* Check-in starts at 9:00 am and race starts at 10:30 am
* Both courses are looped trails
* 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Strut your Mutt
* 5K awards presented at 11:30 am
PACKET PICK UP
* Friday, May 9 from 4pm 6pm at Ox Bow Park
* Tell the gate attendant you are there for packet pick up, and they will let you in without any parking fees.
* Saturday, May 10 from 9:00am-10:00am at Ox Bow Park
PARKING
* Parking will be at the tower parking lot
QUESTIONS?
Phone: 574-475-4732 | Email: [email protected]
Dont have a dog to bring to the event? Consider adopting one! Take a look at all of our adoptable pups here! [https://elkharthumanesociety.org/dogs/]
Proceeds from this event will be directed toward the daily operations of the Humane Society of Elkhart County. In 2023, over 11,500 animals of over 35 species were impacted by HSEC.
RACE INFORMATION
* Check-in starts at 9:00 am and race starts at 10:30 am
* Both courses are looped trails
* 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Strut your Mutt
* 5K awards presented at 11:30 am
PACKET PICK UP
* Friday, May 9 from 4pm 6pm at Ox Bow Park
* Tell the gate attendant you are there for packet pick up, and they will let you in without any parking fees.
* Saturday, May 10 from 9:00am-10:00am at Ox Bow Park
PARKING
* Parking will be at the tower parking lot
QUESTIONS?
Phone: 574-475-4732 | Email: [email protected]
Races
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5K Paws for a Cause
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Race T-Shirt
Sat 10th May 2025 (10:30AM EDT)
$32.80
We welcome dogs to this event. By attending this event with your dog, you are verifying that your canine is social with other animals and humans, young and old. Your dog must be up to date on its vaccinations and will be on a maximum 6 foot leash and under your control at all times. Please be aware that dogs showing signs of illness, aggression to other animals or humans, or that are not contained on a 6 foot leash may be removed from the event/park. All pet walkers/runners are required to clean up after their pet and dispose of any and all pet waste properly. We appreciate your cooperation. -
1 Mile Strut Your Mutt
Incl. $2.20 Fee & Race T-Shirt
Sat 10th May 2025 (10:40AM EDT)
$22.20
We welcome dogs to this event. By attending this event with your dog, you are verifying that your canine is social with other animals and humans, young and old. Your dog must be up to date on its vaccinations and will be on a maximum 6 foot leash and under your control at all times. Please be aware that dogs showing signs of illness, aggression to other animals or humans, or that are not contained on a 6 foot leash may be removed from the event/park. All pet walkers/runners are required to clean up after their pet and dispose of any and all pet waste properly. We appreciate your cooperation. -
5K Paws for a Cause - Virtual
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Race T-Shirt
$32.80
Participate in our event with the flexibility of choosing when and where to run/ walk. We have added the virtual option to allow participants who are not able to attend race day to still take part in the event and support the Humane Society. -
1 Mile Strut Your Mutt - Virtual
Incl. $2.20 Fee & Race T-Shirt
$22.20
Participate in our event with the flexibility of choosing when and where to run/ walk. We have added the virtual option to allow participants who are not able to attend race day to still take part in the event and support the Humane Society.
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