5K Paws for a Cause and 1M Strut your Mutt at Dogapalooza
- Date Sat 9th May 2026
- Time 11:00AM EDT
- Location Goshen, Indiana
- Price $22.20 - $32.80
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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 9, 2026, at Ox Bow Park in Elkhart, Indiana! This exciting event invites runners, walkers, and their furry companions to enjoy a timed trail run/walk in a beautiful natural setting. With both a 5K course and a 1-mile option, participants can choose their preferred distance while enjoying the camaraderie of fellow animal lovers.
The fun doesn’t stop after the race! Stick around for Dogapalooza, where you can explore dog-themed vendors, indulge in delicious food from local trucks, and relax in the beer garden. Not a dog owner? No problem! Consider adopting one of the many adorable pups looking for a forever home. With check-in beginning at 9:30 AM and the race kicking off at 11:00 AM, there’s plenty of time to prepare for a day filled with fun, community, and support for the Humane Society of Elkhart County. Proceeds from this event will help continue their vital work in caring for over 11,500 animals each year. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity
The fun doesn’t stop after the race! Stick around for Dogapalooza, where you can explore dog-themed vendors, indulge in delicious food from local trucks, and relax in the beer garden. Not a dog owner? No problem! Consider adopting one of the many adorable pups looking for a forever home. With check-in beginning at 9:30 AM and the race kicking off at 11:00 AM, there’s plenty of time to prepare for a day filled with fun, community, and support for the Humane Society of Elkhart County. Proceeds from this event will help continue their vital work in caring for over 11,500 animals each year. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity
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 9:30 am and race starts at 11:00 am
* Both courses are looped trails
* 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Strut your Mutt
* 5K awards presented at 12:00 pm
PACKET PICK UP
* TBD
PARKING
* Parking will be at the tower parking lot
SHIRTS
Shirts are guaranteed only to those who register online at least 15 days before the event. If you register online with fewer than 15 days remaining, you may choose from the available shirt inventory and sizes while supplies last. Late registrants can check for any remaining shirts after the race and select from what is left in stock.
DOGAPALOOZA
* 10am - 2pm at Ox Bow Park
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 9:30 am and race starts at 11:00 am
* Both courses are looped trails
* 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Strut your Mutt
* 5K awards presented at 12:00 pm
PACKET PICK UP
* TBD
PARKING
* Parking will be at the tower parking lot
SHIRTS
Shirts are guaranteed only to those who register online at least 15 days before the event. If you register online with fewer than 15 days remaining, you may choose from the available shirt inventory and sizes while supplies last. Late registrants can check for any remaining shirts after the race and select from what is left in stock.
DOGAPALOOZA
* 10am - 2pm at Ox Bow Park
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 9th May 2026 (11:00AM 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 9th May 2026 (11:10AM 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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Ox Bow Park, 23427 County Road 45, Goshen, 46528, IN, United States
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