Horsing Around in the Dog Days of Summer 5k/10k
- Date Sat 11th July 2026
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location Caro, Michigan
- Price $32.80
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for a summer celebration like no other at the Horsing Around in the Dog Days of Summer 5k/10k, taking place on Saturday, July 11, 2026, in the charming town of Caro, Tuscola! This exciting event kicks off at 10:00 am at the Horse Arena located at the Tuscola County Fairgrounds, where participants can choose between a thrilling 5k or a challenging 10k race. Don't miss the opportunity to pick up your race packet on Friday, July 10, from 5:00-6:00 pm, or on race day from 8:00-9:30 am.
Join in the fun and bring your furry friends along for the 5k walk, where pups in costume will earn special recognition! With awards for overall winners, youth competitors, and even the best-dressed pups, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Plus, all finishers will take home a unique medal to commemorate their achievement. Wear your red, white, and blue gear as we celebrate America’s 250th birthday while supporting local youth in equine programs and fighting against stray animal overpopulation. Register early to guarantee your race t-shirt and be part of
Join in the fun and bring your furry friends along for the 5k walk, where pups in costume will earn special recognition! With awards for overall winners, youth competitors, and even the best-dressed pups, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Plus, all finishers will take home a unique medal to commemorate their achievement. Wear your red, white, and blue gear as we celebrate America’s 250th birthday while supporting local youth in equine programs and fighting against stray animal overpopulation. Register early to guarantee your race t-shirt and be part of
Organiser's Description
Date: Saturday, July 11 @ 10:00 am
Location: Horse Arena at the Tuscola County Fairgrounds, 188 Park Drive, Caro. (Use Pizza Hut in your GPS)
Packet Pick Up: Friday, July 10 from 5:00-6:00 pm at Midway Hall, 700 S. Almer St., and Saturday, July 11 from 8:00-9:30 am
Event Cost: $30.00 (plus processing fee) with tshirt. No guarantee on receiving a tshirt for entries made after Saturday, June 27th.
$35.00 day of event (Venmo, cash, check only). No tshirt
Course Map is uploaded into the photos album. We run the same course that is used by the Child Advocacy Center.
5k walkers will start a couple minutes after the 5k/10k runners, and are advised to stay to the right side of the course so as not to block runners.
For those entering in the 5k walk- bring your pup in costume. All pups will receive a pup cup at the finish line.
Awards will be given for: Overall male and female in each 5k walk, 5k run, and 10k run.
Overall youth (12 and younger) male and female in the 5k run.
Top 3 male and female in the 5k walk, 5k run, and 10k run
Top 3 youth (12 and younger) male and female in the 5k run.
Top 3 best dressed pup costumes.
All finishers will receive a 2 1/2 medal with lanyard.
Wear your red, white, and blue race gear as America turns 250!
Proceeds benefit local youth in the equine program by providing educational opportunities such as camps and seminars. A donation will also be made to Cass River Pet Friendz to aid in their fight against stray animal overpopulation.
Results and presentation of awards will be announced at the conclusion of the race.
Location: Horse Arena at the Tuscola County Fairgrounds, 188 Park Drive, Caro. (Use Pizza Hut in your GPS)
Packet Pick Up: Friday, July 10 from 5:00-6:00 pm at Midway Hall, 700 S. Almer St., and Saturday, July 11 from 8:00-9:30 am
Event Cost: $30.00 (plus processing fee) with tshirt. No guarantee on receiving a tshirt for entries made after Saturday, June 27th.
$35.00 day of event (Venmo, cash, check only). No tshirt
Course Map is uploaded into the photos album. We run the same course that is used by the Child Advocacy Center.
5k walkers will start a couple minutes after the 5k/10k runners, and are advised to stay to the right side of the course so as not to block runners.
For those entering in the 5k walk- bring your pup in costume. All pups will receive a pup cup at the finish line.
Awards will be given for: Overall male and female in each 5k walk, 5k run, and 10k run.
Overall youth (12 and younger) male and female in the 5k run.
Top 3 male and female in the 5k walk, 5k run, and 10k run
Top 3 youth (12 and younger) male and female in the 5k run.
Top 3 best dressed pup costumes.
All finishers will receive a 2 1/2 medal with lanyard.
Wear your red, white, and blue race gear as America turns 250!
Proceeds benefit local youth in the equine program by providing educational opportunities such as camps and seminars. A donation will also be made to Cass River Pet Friendz to aid in their fight against stray animal overpopulation.
Results and presentation of awards will be announced at the conclusion of the race.
Races
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5k Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th July 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$32.80
CLOSED -
5k Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th July 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$32.80
CLOSED -
10k Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th July 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$32.80
CLOSED -
5K Youth Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th July 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$32.80
CLOSED -
5k Youth Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th July 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$32.80
CLOSED
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