Friends of CITY DOGS Cleveland 5k
From Peace Racing
- Date Sat 27th June 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Cleveland, Ohio
- Price $38.65
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for an incredible cause at the Friends of CITY DOGS Cleveland 5k, hosted by Peace Racing! This exciting event will take place on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at the beautiful Edgewater Park, Kite Field in Cleveland, Ohio. Participants can choose to join in-person or run virtually, with a 5k race kicking off at 9:00 a.m., followed by a fun 1-mile run. This event is dedicated to supporting the homeless dogs of Cleveland, and every registration helps provide essential care and resources for our furry friends at Cleveland Animal Care and Control.
With a registration fee of just $40, participants who raise $250 or more can earn a portion of their fee back. Don’t forget to register by May 10, 2026, to guarantee your official race t-shirt and finisher medal! Join the community, have fun, and make a difference while sharing your journey on social media with #CityDogsRunCle. Mark your calendars and run for a cause that matters!
With a registration fee of just $40, participants who raise $250 or more can earn a portion of their fee back. Don’t forget to register by May 10, 2026, to guarantee your official race t-shirt and finisher medal! Join the community, have fun, and make a difference while sharing your journey on social media with #CityDogsRunCle. Mark your calendars and run for a cause that matters!
Organiser's Description
Join us virtually or in-person on June 27, 2026 at Edgewater Park, Kite Field in Cleveland, Ohio. If you are joining us in-person, please know this event is for HUMANS ONLY. Virtual participants are welcome to run with their dog.
The need for funds to support the homeless dogs of Cleveland continues to grow every year. This year as an added incentive for individual fundraisers, you may choose to receive a portion of your registration fee back if you hit your fundraising goal. Those who raise $250 or more may receive $20 back from the registration fee. To receive this benefit, you must OPT IN while setting up your fundraiser.
All participants are encouraged to post on social media using #CityDogsRunCle.
RACE DAY TIMELINE
Packet pick up/day of registration begins at 8:00 a.m.
June 27, 2026 - 9:00 a.m. event begins with 5k send off immediately followed by 1 mile
Top finisher awards will be presented as the winners finish.
REGISTRATION COST
$40 FEBRUARY 22 - JUNE 27 (RACE DAY REGISTRATION AVAILABLE - ONLINE REGISTRATION CUT OFF IS JUNE 26 AT NOON)
*PARTICIPANTS WHO REGISTER BY MAY 10, 2026 ARE GUARANTEED A T-SHIRT, _THOSE WHO REGISTER AFTER MAY 10 ARE NOT GUARANTEED A SHIRT AND/OR REQUESTED SHIRT SIZE OR A PARTICIPANT MEDAL._
WHO DOES THIS RACE SUPPORT?
All donations benefit Friends of CITY DOGS Cleveland [https://friendsofcitydogscleveland.com/] who provides financial assistance for the animals at Cleveland Animal Care and Control [https://www.clevelandohio.gov/city-hall/departments/public-safety/divisions/animal-care-control], which includes daily enrichment opportunities, medical care, and supporting the CITY DOGS [https://www.clevelandohio.gov/city-hall/departments/public-safety/divisions/animal-care-control/adoptions/city-dogs] adoption and volunteer programs.
WHAT COMES WITH MY REGISTRATION? _*Guaranteed for participants registered by May 10, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. only!_
Official finisher medal
Soft-fit, unisex race theme t-shirt
Reusable bag
PACKET PICK-UP DETAILS
EASTSIDE LOCATION
DATE: TUESDAY, JUNE 23
TIME: 5-7 P.M.
LOCATION: THE FAIRMOUNT COCKTAIL BAR [https://www.thefairmount.net/], 2448 Fairmount Blvs. Cleveland Heights OH, 44106
WESTSIDE LOCATION
Date: Wednesday, June 24
Time: 5-7 p.m.
Location: The Public House [https://www.publichousecleveland.com/],17219 Lorain Ave. Cleveland OH, 44111
RACE DAY - SATURDAY, JUNE 27
TIME: 8-8:55 A.M. PACKET PICK-UP AND DAY OF REGISTRATION
RACE KICK OFF: 5k starts at 9 a.m., followed by 1 mile
WHERE: EDGEWATER PARK [https://www.clevelandmetroparks.com/parks/visit/parks/lakefront-reservation/edgewater-park], KITE FIELD, 7600 Cleveland Memorial Shoreway, Cleveland, OH 44102
Shipping Information:
If you paid for shipping, your packets are shipping directly to you the week before the race.
The need for funds to support the homeless dogs of Cleveland continues to grow every year. This year as an added incentive for individual fundraisers, you may choose to receive a portion of your registration fee back if you hit your fundraising goal. Those who raise $250 or more may receive $20 back from the registration fee. To receive this benefit, you must OPT IN while setting up your fundraiser.
All participants are encouraged to post on social media using #CityDogsRunCle.
RACE DAY TIMELINE
Packet pick up/day of registration begins at 8:00 a.m.
June 27, 2026 - 9:00 a.m. event begins with 5k send off immediately followed by 1 mile
Top finisher awards will be presented as the winners finish.
REGISTRATION COST
$40 FEBRUARY 22 - JUNE 27 (RACE DAY REGISTRATION AVAILABLE - ONLINE REGISTRATION CUT OFF IS JUNE 26 AT NOON)
*PARTICIPANTS WHO REGISTER BY MAY 10, 2026 ARE GUARANTEED A T-SHIRT, _THOSE WHO REGISTER AFTER MAY 10 ARE NOT GUARANTEED A SHIRT AND/OR REQUESTED SHIRT SIZE OR A PARTICIPANT MEDAL._
WHO DOES THIS RACE SUPPORT?
All donations benefit Friends of CITY DOGS Cleveland [https://friendsofcitydogscleveland.com/] who provides financial assistance for the animals at Cleveland Animal Care and Control [https://www.clevelandohio.gov/city-hall/departments/public-safety/divisions/animal-care-control], which includes daily enrichment opportunities, medical care, and supporting the CITY DOGS [https://www.clevelandohio.gov/city-hall/departments/public-safety/divisions/animal-care-control/adoptions/city-dogs] adoption and volunteer programs.
WHAT COMES WITH MY REGISTRATION? _*Guaranteed for participants registered by May 10, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. only!_
Official finisher medal
Soft-fit, unisex race theme t-shirt
Reusable bag
PACKET PICK-UP DETAILS
EASTSIDE LOCATION
DATE: TUESDAY, JUNE 23
TIME: 5-7 P.M.
LOCATION: THE FAIRMOUNT COCKTAIL BAR [https://www.thefairmount.net/], 2448 Fairmount Blvs. Cleveland Heights OH, 44106
WESTSIDE LOCATION
Date: Wednesday, June 24
Time: 5-7 p.m.
Location: The Public House [https://www.publichousecleveland.com/],17219 Lorain Ave. Cleveland OH, 44111
RACE DAY - SATURDAY, JUNE 27
TIME: 8-8:55 A.M. PACKET PICK-UP AND DAY OF REGISTRATION
RACE KICK OFF: 5k starts at 9 a.m., followed by 1 mile
WHERE: EDGEWATER PARK [https://www.clevelandmetroparks.com/parks/visit/parks/lakefront-reservation/edgewater-park], KITE FIELD, 7600 Cleveland Memorial Shoreway, Cleveland, OH 44102
Shipping Information:
If you paid for shipping, your packets are shipping directly to you the week before the race.
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