Dog Days of Summer 5k & 1-Mile Run
- Date Sat 2nd August 2025
- Time 7:00AM CDT
- Location Denham Springs, Louisiana
- Price $17.95 - $32.95
- Races 2 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a fun-filled day of fitness and community at the Dog Days of Summer 5K & 1-Mile Run, taking place on Saturday, August 2, 2025, in the charming city of Denham Springs, Louisiana. Kicking off at 7:00 AM at Kidz Korner Playground, this exciting annual event promises a scenic course along historic River Road, surrounded by beautiful shade. Runners of all ages are invited to participate in either the 5K or the 1-Mile Run, making this a perfect opportunity for families and friends to come together and enjoy an active morning.
This year marks the fifth edition of the race, organized to support the Denham Springs High School Cross Country and Track and Field programs. Each participant who registers by July 20 will receive a stylish event T-shirt, and all finishers in the 5K and 1-Mile categories for ages 14 and under will take home a custom medal. With a maximum of 275 spots available, enthusiasm is sure to be high, so don't miss out on the chance to join in on the fun! After the race, enjoy post-race festivities featuring refreshments and a chance to celebrate your achievements. Mark your calendars and
This year marks the fifth edition of the race, organized to support the Denham Springs High School Cross Country and Track and Field programs. Each participant who registers by July 20 will receive a stylish event T-shirt, and all finishers in the 5K and 1-Mile categories for ages 14 and under will take home a custom medal. With a maximum of 275 spots available, enthusiasm is sure to be high, so don't miss out on the chance to join in on the fun! After the race, enjoy post-race festivities featuring refreshments and a chance to celebrate your achievements. Mark your calendars and
Organiser's Description
DOG DAYS OF SUMMER 5K & 1-MILE RUN
SATURDAY, AUGUST 2, 2025, 7:00 AM
KIDZ KORNER PLAYGROUND
979 GOVERNMENT STREET
DENHAM SPRINGS, LA 70726
DESCRIPTION:
THE DENHAM SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY TEAM IS HOSTING THE FIFTH-ANNUAL DOG DAYS OF SUMMER 5K AND 1-MILE RUN ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 2, 2025. THE RACE WILL GO ALONG HISTORIC RIVER ROAD IN DENHAM SPRINGS AND OFFERS RUNNERS A BEAUTIFUL COURSE WITH LOTS OF SHADE. WE HOPE TO PROVIDE A WORTHWHILE RUN FOR EVERYONE. ALL PROCEEDS BEYOND THE ADMINISTRATIVE COSTS OF THE EVENT WILL BE DONATED TO THE DENHAM SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY AND TRACK AND FIELD PROGRAMS. THE RACE WILL BE OFFICIALLY TIMED AND MANAGED BY THRESHOLD TIMING. ALL PARTICIPANTS THAT REGISTER BY FRIDAY, JULY 20TH WILL RECEIVE A T-SHIRT. ALL 5K FINISHERS AND ALL 1-MILE FINISHERS 14 AND UNDER WILL RECEIVE A CUSTOM MEDAL. T-SHIRTS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR THOSE WHO REGISTER AFTER FRIDAY, JULY 20, WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. THERE ARE A MAXIMUM OF 275 SPOTS AVAILABLE FOR THE RACES.
POST-RACE FESTIVITIES:
AFTER THE RACE, WE WILL HAVE DRINKS AND FOOD (WHILE SUPPLIES LAST) IN THE PAVILION NEAR THE FINISH LINE.
EVENT DETAILS:
FOLLOW OUR XC FACEBOOK PAGE HTTPS://WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/DSHSXC [https://www.facebook.com/DSHSXC] FOR UPDATES AND DETAILS REGARDING THE RACE, POST-RACE FESTIVITIES, AND SPONSORS.
REGISTRATION FEES (EARLY & LATE FEES & DATES):
REGISTRATION THROUGH JUNE 29TH, $15 FOR 1-MILE RUN, $30 FOR 5K.
REGISTRATION THROUGH JULY 20TH, $20 FOR 1-MILE RUN, $35 FOR 5K.
REGISTRATION THROUGH AUGUST 2ND, $25 FOR 1-MILE RUN, $40 FOR 5K.
PACKET PICKUP (LOCATION, DATE & TIME):
WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE YOU TO PICK UP YOUR PACKET BEFORE RACE DAY. DENHAM SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL, 1000 N. RANGE AVE, DENHAM SPRINGS, LA, 70726, FRIDAY, AUGUST 1ST, FROM 3:30 PM TO 6:30 PM. WE WILL BE LOCATED BY THE TWO STORY SCIENCE BUILDING FACING RANGE AVE.
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP AT RACE SITE, STARTING AT 6:00 AM.
1-MILE AGE GROUPS:
5 AND UNDER, 6-7, 8-9, 10-11, 12-14
5K AGE GROUPS:
14 AND UNDER, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 AND OVER
1-MILE AWARDS:
TOP 3 FOR EACH AGE GROUP - PRIZES TO BE DETERMINED
5K AWARDS:
TOP OVERALL MALE/FEMALE, MASTERS CHAMPION (40 AND UP) MALE/FEMALE, GRAND MASTERS (50 AND UP) MALE/FEMALE, 1ST, 2ND, 3RD, MALE & FEMALE IN EACH AGE GROUP
OVERALL CHAMPIONS, MASTERS CHAMPIONS, AND GRANDMASTER CHAMPIONS WILL RECEIVE A GIFT CARD FROM VARSITY SPORTS
5K AGE GROUP WINNERS WILL RECEIVE A CUSTOM SINGLET FROM VARSITY SPORTS
SATURDAY, AUGUST 2, 2025, 7:00 AM
KIDZ KORNER PLAYGROUND
979 GOVERNMENT STREET
DENHAM SPRINGS, LA 70726
DESCRIPTION:
THE DENHAM SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY TEAM IS HOSTING THE FIFTH-ANNUAL DOG DAYS OF SUMMER 5K AND 1-MILE RUN ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 2, 2025. THE RACE WILL GO ALONG HISTORIC RIVER ROAD IN DENHAM SPRINGS AND OFFERS RUNNERS A BEAUTIFUL COURSE WITH LOTS OF SHADE. WE HOPE TO PROVIDE A WORTHWHILE RUN FOR EVERYONE. ALL PROCEEDS BEYOND THE ADMINISTRATIVE COSTS OF THE EVENT WILL BE DONATED TO THE DENHAM SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY AND TRACK AND FIELD PROGRAMS. THE RACE WILL BE OFFICIALLY TIMED AND MANAGED BY THRESHOLD TIMING. ALL PARTICIPANTS THAT REGISTER BY FRIDAY, JULY 20TH WILL RECEIVE A T-SHIRT. ALL 5K FINISHERS AND ALL 1-MILE FINISHERS 14 AND UNDER WILL RECEIVE A CUSTOM MEDAL. T-SHIRTS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR THOSE WHO REGISTER AFTER FRIDAY, JULY 20, WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. THERE ARE A MAXIMUM OF 275 SPOTS AVAILABLE FOR THE RACES.
POST-RACE FESTIVITIES:
AFTER THE RACE, WE WILL HAVE DRINKS AND FOOD (WHILE SUPPLIES LAST) IN THE PAVILION NEAR THE FINISH LINE.
EVENT DETAILS:
FOLLOW OUR XC FACEBOOK PAGE HTTPS://WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/DSHSXC [https://www.facebook.com/DSHSXC] FOR UPDATES AND DETAILS REGARDING THE RACE, POST-RACE FESTIVITIES, AND SPONSORS.
REGISTRATION FEES (EARLY & LATE FEES & DATES):
REGISTRATION THROUGH JUNE 29TH, $15 FOR 1-MILE RUN, $30 FOR 5K.
REGISTRATION THROUGH JULY 20TH, $20 FOR 1-MILE RUN, $35 FOR 5K.
REGISTRATION THROUGH AUGUST 2ND, $25 FOR 1-MILE RUN, $40 FOR 5K.
PACKET PICKUP (LOCATION, DATE & TIME):
WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE YOU TO PICK UP YOUR PACKET BEFORE RACE DAY. DENHAM SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL, 1000 N. RANGE AVE, DENHAM SPRINGS, LA, 70726, FRIDAY, AUGUST 1ST, FROM 3:30 PM TO 6:30 PM. WE WILL BE LOCATED BY THE TWO STORY SCIENCE BUILDING FACING RANGE AVE.
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP AT RACE SITE, STARTING AT 6:00 AM.
1-MILE AGE GROUPS:
5 AND UNDER, 6-7, 8-9, 10-11, 12-14
5K AGE GROUPS:
14 AND UNDER, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 AND OVER
1-MILE AWARDS:
TOP 3 FOR EACH AGE GROUP - PRIZES TO BE DETERMINED
5K AWARDS:
TOP OVERALL MALE/FEMALE, MASTERS CHAMPION (40 AND UP) MALE/FEMALE, GRAND MASTERS (50 AND UP) MALE/FEMALE, 1ST, 2ND, 3RD, MALE & FEMALE IN EACH AGE GROUP
OVERALL CHAMPIONS, MASTERS CHAMPIONS, AND GRANDMASTER CHAMPIONS WILL RECEIVE A GIFT CARD FROM VARSITY SPORTS
5K AGE GROUP WINNERS WILL RECEIVE A CUSTOM SINGLET FROM VARSITY SPORTS
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