Give a Dog a Job 5k run/walk
- Date Sat 20th September 2025
- Time 1:00AM EST
- Location Richmond, Virginia
- Price Free - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a pawsitively exciting day at the 6th Annual Give a Dog a Job 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, September 20, 2025, in the vibrant city of Richmond, Virginia! This heartwarming event takes place at the beloved Main Line Brewery, where participants are encouraged to bring their furry friends along for a fun-filled morning. Runners and walkers of all ages can participate in the 5K race, while kids aged 4-8 can join the adorable Doggie Dash, a free 40-yard dash that guarantees a finish line prize for every little champion.
By joining this spirited event, you will not only enjoy a day of exercise and community camaraderie but also support a great cause. All proceeds from the race go directly to Canine Companions, providing highly trained service dogs at no charge to those in need, including veterans and children living with disabilities. With chip timing, awards for the fastest participants, door prizes, music, and even a chance to showcase your and your pet's costumes, this event promises to be an unforgettable experience for the whole family. Come out and help us GIVE A DOG A JOB while making a difference in the lives of many!
By joining this spirited event, you will not only enjoy a day of exercise and community camaraderie but also support a great cause. All proceeds from the race go directly to Canine Companions, providing highly trained service dogs at no charge to those in need, including veterans and children living with disabilities. With chip timing, awards for the fastest participants, door prizes, music, and even a chance to showcase your and your pet's costumes, this event promises to be an unforgettable experience for the whole family. Come out and help us GIVE A DOG A JOB while making a difference in the lives of many!
Organiser's Description
The 6th annual Give a Dog a Job 5k fundraising event will be held SATURDAY, SEPT. 14, 2024, _ AT MAIN LINE BREWERY IN RICHMOND VA. _We are excited to be back at Main Line for a fourth year!
When you register for our 5K run/walk race, youre signing up for much more than just a spirited event. You will be running and walking with your furry friends to support a great cause. Youll be joining the Old Dominion Volunteer Chapter puppy raisers and service dog teams to put more highly trained service dogs into the hands of adults, children, and veterans who need them! 100% of race proceeds go directly to Canine Companions.
Canine Companions provides service dogs AT NO CHARGE to those living with disabilities! Come on out and help us GIVE A DOG A JOB!
This is a family and pet-friendly event and we encourage human and pet costumes to make the morning fun! There will be awards, door prizes, music and vendors!
THE DOGGIE DASH is for our smaller participants. Children 4-8 years of age will have the opportunity to participate in a 40-yard dash event just for them! Participation is free for this event, each child will receive a finish line prize, and one parent is permitted to run with the child. MUST BE REGISTERED TO PARTICIPATE
The in-person event, 5K participants at Main Line Brewery will go off at 9:00 am and chip timing will be offered.
Awards will be given to the overall fastest man and woman along with the top age group males and females. Please share our event with friends and family! We appreciate the referrals that will help change the life of someone living with a disability!
We hope you join us at Main Line Brewery, for the 5th annual 5K which offers a fun morning of exercise for families and pets!
When you register for our 5K run/walk race, youre signing up for much more than just a spirited event. You will be running and walking with your furry friends to support a great cause. Youll be joining the Old Dominion Volunteer Chapter puppy raisers and service dog teams to put more highly trained service dogs into the hands of adults, children, and veterans who need them! 100% of race proceeds go directly to Canine Companions.
Canine Companions provides service dogs AT NO CHARGE to those living with disabilities! Come on out and help us GIVE A DOG A JOB!
This is a family and pet-friendly event and we encourage human and pet costumes to make the morning fun! There will be awards, door prizes, music and vendors!
THE DOGGIE DASH is for our smaller participants. Children 4-8 years of age will have the opportunity to participate in a 40-yard dash event just for them! Participation is free for this event, each child will receive a finish line prize, and one parent is permitted to run with the child. MUST BE REGISTERED TO PARTICIPATE
The in-person event, 5K participants at Main Line Brewery will go off at 9:00 am and chip timing will be offered.
Awards will be given to the overall fastest man and woman along with the top age group males and females. Please share our event with friends and family! We appreciate the referrals that will help change the life of someone living with a disability!
We hope you join us at Main Line Brewery, for the 5th annual 5K which offers a fun morning of exercise for families and pets!
Races
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Give a Dog a Job 5K in Person
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 20th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
Registration includes finisher award and snack. Swag bags with sponsor/vendor giveaways will be handed out at packet pick up! -
Free Kids Doggie Dash (Ages 4-8)
Incl. Finisher Prize
Sat 20th September 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
Free
This event is for children ages 4-8 only. They will run a 40-yard dash and are encouraged to have fun! Wear your best puppy dog accessories and dash to the finish line. Each child will receive a prize at the finish. MUST BE REGISTERED TO PARTICIPATE -
Virtual Give a Dog a Job 5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee
$27.50
Can't join us in person? No worries! Sign up to complete your 5k virtually and help us give a dog a job!
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