Bucks County Spca Black Cat 5k & 1 Mile Walk

Saturday, October 28, 2023 Past event

9:30 AM EDT

Chalfont, Pennsylvania

$30.00 · 4 races

5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Join us for the 16th Annual Bucks County SPCA Black Cat 5K & 1 Mile Walk on Sunday, October 28, 2023, in the scenic Chalfont, Bucks! This exciting event kicks off at 9:30 AM, rain or shine, at Sailor's Point in beautiful Peace Valley Park. Lace up your shoes and help support the vital work of the Bucks County SPCA in rescuing and re-homing animals in need. Participants can choose between a challenging 5K run or a leisurely 1 Mile Walk, where leashed dogs are welcome to join in the fun.

Get ready to celebrate your love for animals while making a difference! Costumes for both pets and people are encouraged, adding to the festive atmosphere. After the event, be sure to visit with adorable kittens available for adoption! Can’t make it in person? You can still participate virtually by running your favorite 5K route or taking a walk with your furry friend. Don’t miss this opportunity to have fun and support a great cause!

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Black Cat 5k Run

Includes T-Shirt

Choose this option for for the timed 5K run at Peace Valley Park. Shirt sizes can only be guaranteed if you register by October 9. Size options may be limited after this date and shirt availability will be on a first come first served basis while supplies last. Online registration closes Thursday, 10/26. Walk-up registrations accepted at the event from 8:00-9:15am. Sorry, no dogs allowed on the 5K route.

9:30 AM EDT

$30.00

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Black Cat 1 Mile Walk

Includes T-Shirt

Choose this option for for the 1 Mile Walk at Peace Valley Park. Shirt sizes can only be guaranteed if you register by October 9. Size options may be limited after this date and shirt availability will be on a first come first served basis while supplies last. Online registration closes Thursday, 10/26. Walk-up registrations accepted at the event from 8:00-9:15am. Leashed dogs are welcome on the 1 Mile Walk.

9:30 AM EDT

$30.00

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Black Cat 5k VIRTUAL
Virtual

Includes T-Shirt

Choose this option so that you can run anywhere you like! Why not recruit some friends to join you, decide on a route, and celebrate together after you rock your 5k. Shirt sizes can only be guaranteed if you register by October 9. Size options may be limited after this date and shirt availability will be on a first come first served basis while supplies last. We cannot guarantee that you will receive your t-shirt by October 28.

9:30 AM EDT

$30.00

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Black Cat 1 Mile Walk VIRTUAL
Virtual

Includes T-Shirt

Choose this option so that you can walk anywhere you like! Why not recruit some friends (2- or 4-legged) to join you. Shirt sizes can only be guaranteed if you register by October 9. Size options may be limited after this date and shirt availability will be on a first come first served basis while supplies last. We cannot guarantee that you will receive your t-shirt by October 28.

9:30 AM EDT

$30.00

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Organiser's description

TIME & PLACE

IMPORTANT! PLEASE NOTE: THIS YEAR'S EVENT IS A SUNDAY (NOT ON SATURDAY).

START TIME: 9:30 AM (RAIN OR SHINE!)

Pre-registration for in-person events ends at midnight on October 24. Walk-up registrations accepted the morning of the event between 8:00am - 9:15am.

CHECK-IN & START/FINISH LINE: Sailor's Point at beautiful Peace Valley Park https://goo.gl/maps/mz6R7Q6kUn3H9h947 in Chalfont, PA. (Not at Pavilion 3/4). Map it using 759 New Galena Rd, Chalfont, PA 18914.

DO GOOD & HAVE FUN

Lace up your shoes and help make the 16th Annual Black Cat 5K & 1 Mile Walk our best year yet for the animals. All proceeds from this event support the Bucks County SPCA's work to rescue and re-home animals in need.

Leashed dogs are welcome on the 1 Mile Walk but NOT on the 5K run. Costumes for pets and people are not required but encouraged. Kittens available for adoption will be ready to greet you after the event!

DON'T LIVE NEARBY? Join us virtually. Run your favorite 5K route or take your four-footed friend for a walk. Make a difference wherever you are, and please share your photos!

TAKE YOUR LOVE FOR THE ANIMALS UP ANOTHER LEVEL

Create an Individual Fundraiser as an easy way to raise more funds for the animals. Join with friends or family to form a Team Fundraiser. Inspired by your pet(s)? You can customize your fundraiser with photos and a few lines about who you are running or walking in honor of. Cross-post it to Facebook and you'll reach your goal in no time. Need more incentive? The top Individual and Team Fundraisers will be invited for a personal behind-the-scenes shelter tour to meet the animals and learn about our lifesaving work. Meowza! What are you waiting for?

Learn more about the Bucks County SPCA and view animals available for adoption https://buckscountyspca.org.