Fast and Furriest 5k Run and 1-Mile Walk

Saturday, October 7, 2023 Past event

8:30 AM EDT

East Longmeadow, Massachusetts

Free–$32.80 · 6 races

5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for a pawsitively delightful day at the Fast and Furriest 5K Run and 1-Mile Walk, happening on Saturday, October 7, 2023, in East Longmeadow, Hampden! This exciting community event kicks off at 8:30 a.m. and invites participants to run or stroll alongside their furry friends to celebrate the Feast Day of St. Francis. Whether you’re racing the 5K or enjoying the leisurely 1-Mile Walk, it’s a fantastic opportunity to engage with the community while supporting important outreach initiatives.

After the races, join us for the Blessing of the Animals at 9:30 a.m., an uplifting experience open to all. With an affordable race fee of just $15 if you register before September 1, 2023 (and $30 thereafter), participants will receive race registration, swag, a post-race breakfast, and a chance to win prizes in the awards ceremony. Plus, kids under 12 can join in the fun for free! Don’t miss out on this joyful celebration that makes a difference in the greater community!

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Races

5k Run (13 and older)

Incl. $2.80 Fee & Sports Towel

8:30 AM EDT

$32.80

Entries closed
1 Mile Walk (13 and older)

Incl. $2.80 Fee & Sports Towel

8:30 AM EDT

$32.80

Entries closed
5k Run (Dog participant)

Must run on leash with registered participant 13 and older.

8:30 AM EDT

Free

Entries closed
1 Mile Walk (Dog participant)

Must walk on leash with registered participant 13 and older.

8:30 AM EDT

Free

Entries closed
5k Run (12 and Under)

Sports Towel

Must run with registered participant 13 and older.

8:30 AM EDT

Free

Entries closed
1 Mile Walk (12 and Under)

Sports Towel

Must walk with registered participant 13 and older.

8:30 AM EDT

Free

Entries closed

Organiser's description

Join the St. Mark's community on Saturday, October 5, 2024, 8:30 a.m., for the Fast and Furriest 5K Run, 1-Mile Walk, and Blessing of the Animals at 1 Porter Road, East Longmeadow, to celebrate the Feast Day of St. Francis. Proceeds benefit and raise awareness for St. Mark's outreach initiatives to the greater community, including Loaves and Fishes, Nursing Home Ministry, Big Blue/Church Without Walls, and the LGBT Asylum Task Force. We invite participants to run or walk with their fastest, furriest loved one. Race and walk start time is 8:30 a.m., with a Blessing of the Animals open to all at 9:30 a.m. Race fee is $15 through September 1, 2024 ($30 after 9/1/24 and on race day.) Kids under 12 can participate at no charge. Fee includes race registration, swag, post-race breakfast, and awards ceremony, including prizes for top finishers.