7th Annual Barky Pines Puppy Love 5K Run/Walk

  • Date Sat 14th February 2026
  • Time 8:00AM EST
  • Location Royal Palm Beach, Florida
  • Price $11.60 - $48.70
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 5km

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Get ready for a tail-wagging good time at the 7th Annual Barky Pines Puppy Love 5K Run/Walk, taking place on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at the beautiful Commons Park in Royal Palm Beach, Florida! This exciting event invites you to join fellow animal lovers for a day filled with fun, fitness, and furry friends, all while supporting a great cause. Participants can choose to run or walk the 5K course, and there’s even a virtual option for those who prefer to join at their own pace.

The festivities kick off at 7:00 AM with race day check-in, followed by a lively atmosphere featuring a costume contest for pets, raffle prizes, and engaging vendors. Don’t miss the chance to capture the moment with a photo op and enjoy music from DJ Rizz as our emcee keeps the energy high! Plus, adoptable pets from Barky Pines will be on-site, ready to find their forever homes. Gather your friends, family, and your four-legged companions for a day of joy, community, and love for our furry friends. Join us in making a differenceβ€”register today and be part of this heartwarming event!

Organiser's Description

WE ARE SO EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE OUR 7TH ANNUAL PUPPY LOVE 5K RACE AND WALK.

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR JOINING US! YOUR SUPPORT MEANS THE WORLD TO US AND THE ANIMALS WE RESCUE. YOU ARE RUNNING/WALKING FOR THEM! THE RACE WILL BE HELD AT COMMONS PARK, LOCATED AT 11600 POINCIANA BLVD, ROYAL PALM BEACH, FL 33411

TIMELINE:

* RACE DAY CHECK-IN WILL BEGIN AT 7:00 AM- EARLY CHECK IN AND PACKET PICK UP WILL BE ANNOUNCED AS WE ARE CLOSER TO RACE DAY
* OUR NATIONAL ANTHEM, WILL BE AT APPROXIMATELY 7:45AM
* RACE START IS 8:00
* COSTUME CONTEST AWARDS
* CHANCE RAFFLE DRAWINGS
* VENDORS
* SPONSOR BOOTHS
* & MORE

If you haven't already, please register your pet. We want to be sure to have their packets ready too. If your pet is participating in the costume contest, be sure to sign up for them either at early check-in or when you arrive on race day. You get your costume contest voting sheet at the registration booth to choose your favorite dressed up pet!

If you haven't told your family, friends, and neighbors about the race, please do! Share on social media using the hashtag #puppylove5k

Group formation is made available and provides discounts for groups of over four.

ALONG WITH THE PET COSTUME CONTEST, COME EARLY AND VISIT WITH ADORABLE AND ADOPTABLE PETS.

TAKE A CHANCE ON THE AMAZING RAFFLE PRIZES THAT SPONSORS DONATED. VISIT OUR SPONSOR'S BOOTHS. HAVE SOME FUN WITH PHOTO OPPS AD BE SURE TO SEE OUR RACE PHOTOGRAPHER LEONARD BRYANT FOR AMAZING PHOTOS. RACE WARM UP. ENJOY MUSIC BY DJ RIZZ AND OUR EMCEE WILL KEEP YOU MOTIVATED!



VIRTUAL RACE: For those wishing to do a virtual race at your own pace.

FUN RUN/WALK (WITH OR WITHOUT PETS): no pressure and those wishing to dress up their pet and take them on a stroll - come as you are!

We will have a pet costume contest and fun photo ops, along with raffle prizes for the winners!

Of course, Barky Pines' finest adoptables will be available for adoption!

With each race we learn and strive to put on a better event each time. Course maps will be sent to all participants prior to race day, please familiarize yourself with this beautiful park trail. Please also watch for signs and volunteers guiding you. MOST OF ALL, HAVE FUN! IT'S ALL ABOUT PETS!

ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO EMAIL, CALL OR TEXT 561.402.1451.

THANK YOU SO MUCH,

ELIZABETH & BARKY PINES CREW

_*Barky Pines is an animal rescue and sanctuary located in Loxahatchee, Florida. It is their mission and goal to save those who would otherwise be euthanized at our County shelter. To face the pet overpopulation through a systemic approach of rescue, adoption, education, and of course spay/neuter. Providing low-cost, or free, veterinary care to keep more pets at home._

_ASK US HOW YOU CAN SPONSOR A FREE SPAY OR NEUTER _

Registration CH44145 A copy of the official registration and financial information may ne obtained from the division of consumer services by calling toll free (800-435-7352) within the state. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation by the state

Races

  • Puppy Love 5k Fun Run/Walk

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 14th February 2026 (8:00AM EST)

    $38.10

    Walk alone, with friends and family or with your pet! Don't forget to register your pet and let us know what size for his/her matching bandana. Each pup registered will get a bandana and a medal along with their swag. When registering your pet, complete the form as though they were people :) There is no specific field for pets. We calculate swag based on the number of registrations and sizes provided. Be sure to let us know if your pet will be in the costume contest and check in to the contest the morning of.
  • Puppy Love Pet Registration

    Incl. $1.60 Fee & Bandana

    Sat 14th February 2026 (8:00AM EST)

    $11.60

    Thank you for registering your pet. We want to be sure they get their " swag" for participating! When registering your pet, act as if he/she is a "person" registering. Don't forget about our Pet Costume Contest !
  • Puppy Love 5k Virtual Run

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

    $48.70

    We are sorry you are unable to join us in person, but so grateful you are signing up for the virtual run in support of our rescued pets. Run along with us at your location, or pick your own day and time!
  • Timed Race

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 14th February 2026 (8:00AM EST)

    $38.10

    Please follow the markers carefully around the park if your time/ distance is crucial

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11600 Poinciana Blvd, Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411, Royal Palm Beach, 33411, FL, United States

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