Bluegrass Pug Run 5K
- Date Sat 31st October 2026 - Sat 7th November 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Louisville, Kentucky
- Price $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a tail-wagging good time at the Bluegrass Pug Run 5K on Saturday, October 31st, 2026! This delightful event will kick off at 9 AM at the picturesque Iroquois Park in Louisville, Jefferson. Perfect for dog lovers and fitness enthusiasts alike, the race welcomes runners and walkers of all paces—so whether you're sprinting or strolling, everyone can join in the fun! Enjoy the scenic beauty of Iroquois Park while supporting a great cause, as this event raises money and awareness for the Bluegrass Pug Rescue, dedicated to rehabilitating and finding forever homes for pugs in need.
Remember, this is a “doggie friendly” event, so bring your furry friends along, but do ensure that you use fixed-length leashes—no retractables, please! Strollers are also welcome on the paved pedestrian path. As a reminder, this event is cupless, so don't forget to bring your own water bottle or hydration pack to stay hydrated throughout the race. Join us for a day of community, compassion, and canine camaraderie in support of a wonderful mission!
Remember, this is a “doggie friendly” event, so bring your furry friends along, but do ensure that you use fixed-length leashes—no retractables, please! Strollers are also welcome on the paved pedestrian path. As a reminder, this event is cupless, so don't forget to bring your own water bottle or hydration pack to stay hydrated throughout the race. Join us for a day of community, compassion, and canine camaraderie in support of a wonderful mission!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR THE GREAT PUG RUN 5K ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31ST, 2026 AT 9AM AT IROQUOIS PARK IN LOUISVILLE, KY. COME JOIN IN THE FUN OF THIS "DOGGIE FRIENDLY" RACE WHICH WELCOMES ALL PACES OF RUNNERS AND WALKERS. ENJOY THE BEAUTY OF IROQUOIS PARK WHILE HELPING RAISE MONEY AND AWARENESS FOR THE BLUEGRASS PUG RESCUE.
ONLY FIXED LENGTH (NO RETRACTABLE) LEASHES FOR ALL DOGS PLEASE! STROLLERS ARE ALLOWED AS THE COURSE IS ON THE PAVED PEDESTRIAN PATH.
BENEFITING: BLUEGRASS PUG RESCUE (WWW.BLUEGRASSPUGRESCUE.ORG)
BLUEGRASS PUG RESCUE'S MISSION IS TO RESCUE ABUSED, ABANDONED, HOMELESS UNWANTED, SICK OR INJURED PUGS, REHABILITATE THEM AND PLACE THEM INTO LOVING, PERMANENT ADOPTIVE HOMES IN KENTUCKY AND SURROUNDING AREAS. WE STRIVE TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC ABOUT THE PUG DOG BREED INCLUDING ITS PERSONALITY, SPECIAL NEEDS, AND CARE. WE PROVIDE NEEDED MEDICAL CARE AND SPAY OR NEUTER OPERATIONS FOR ALL OF THE PUGS THAT COME INTO OUR RESCUE.
STAY HYDRATED & STAY SAFE
THIS EVENT IS CUPLESS. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN WATER BOTTLE, HYDRATION PACK, OR CUP.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
THE START/FINISH LINE WILL BE NEAR THE AMPHITHEATER.
SEE COURSE MAP BELOW, LINK TO GPX FILE IS HERE [https://connect.garmin.com/app/course/245269481].
PACKET PICK-UP
PACKET PICK-UP WILL BE ON-SITE NEAR PAVILION PRIOR TO RACE START. PLEASE PLAN TO PICK-UP YOUR RACE PACKET WITH ENOUGH TIME TO ALLOW FOR PINNING YOUR BIB BEFORE RACE START.
PARKING--ARRIVE EARLY & CARPOOL
WE ASK THAT YOU PLAN TO ARRIVE EARLY FOR PARKING. CARPOOL AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE. WE WANT TO BE RESPECTFUL OF THE PARKS SO WE ARE ABLE TO HAVE MANY MORE GREAT EVENTS IN THE FUTURE. CARPOOLING IS PREFERRED TO MAKE SPACE FOR EVERYONE PLANNING TO PARTICIPATE. IF YOU ARE PLANNING TO RUN WITH A FRIEND, WE ENCOURAGE CARPOOLING.
ONLY FIXED LENGTH (NO RETRACTABLE) LEASHES FOR ALL DOGS PLEASE! STROLLERS ARE ALLOWED AS THE COURSE IS ON THE PAVED PEDESTRIAN PATH.
BENEFITING: BLUEGRASS PUG RESCUE (WWW.BLUEGRASSPUGRESCUE.ORG)
BLUEGRASS PUG RESCUE'S MISSION IS TO RESCUE ABUSED, ABANDONED, HOMELESS UNWANTED, SICK OR INJURED PUGS, REHABILITATE THEM AND PLACE THEM INTO LOVING, PERMANENT ADOPTIVE HOMES IN KENTUCKY AND SURROUNDING AREAS. WE STRIVE TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC ABOUT THE PUG DOG BREED INCLUDING ITS PERSONALITY, SPECIAL NEEDS, AND CARE. WE PROVIDE NEEDED MEDICAL CARE AND SPAY OR NEUTER OPERATIONS FOR ALL OF THE PUGS THAT COME INTO OUR RESCUE.
STAY HYDRATED & STAY SAFE
THIS EVENT IS CUPLESS. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN WATER BOTTLE, HYDRATION PACK, OR CUP.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
THE START/FINISH LINE WILL BE NEAR THE AMPHITHEATER.
SEE COURSE MAP BELOW, LINK TO GPX FILE IS HERE [https://connect.garmin.com/app/course/245269481].
PACKET PICK-UP
PACKET PICK-UP WILL BE ON-SITE NEAR PAVILION PRIOR TO RACE START. PLEASE PLAN TO PICK-UP YOUR RACE PACKET WITH ENOUGH TIME TO ALLOW FOR PINNING YOUR BIB BEFORE RACE START.
PARKING--ARRIVE EARLY & CARPOOL
WE ASK THAT YOU PLAN TO ARRIVE EARLY FOR PARKING. CARPOOL AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE. WE WANT TO BE RESPECTFUL OF THE PARKS SO WE ARE ABLE TO HAVE MANY MORE GREAT EVENTS IN THE FUTURE. CARPOOLING IS PREFERRED TO MAKE SPACE FOR EVERYONE PLANNING TO PARTICIPATE. IF YOU ARE PLANNING TO RUN WITH A FRIEND, WE ENCOURAGE CARPOOLING.
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1080 Amphitheater Rd, Louisville, 40214, KY, United States
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