I Love Cats 5k
- Date Sun 4th May 2025
- Time 9:30AM EDT
- Location Northville, Michigan
- Price $38.60 - $43.90
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and show your love for cats at the I Love Cats 5K Run/Walk and Meowy Mile on Sunday, May 4th, 2025! Taking place at the picturesque ITC Community Sports Park in Northville, Oakland, this exciting event is a delightful celebration for feline enthusiasts and fitness fans alike. The 5K run/walk, spanning 3.1 miles, kicks off at 9:30 AM, followed by the fun-filled Meowy Mile at 10:30 AM, perfect for participants of all ages and abilities.
With ample parking available and a beautiful playground nearby, it's a great day out for families and friends. All participants will receive a cat-themed race shirt, a custom finisher medal, and post-race refreshments, making this an event you won’t want to miss! A portion of the proceeds will support Feral Kitty Trappers TNR, Inc., a local charity dedicated to helping cats in need. Whether you run, walk, or participate virtually, join us for a purr-fectly fun day in support of our furry friends!
With ample parking available and a beautiful playground nearby, it's a great day out for families and friends. All participants will receive a cat-themed race shirt, a custom finisher medal, and post-race refreshments, making this an event you won’t want to miss! A portion of the proceeds will support Feral Kitty Trappers TNR, Inc., a local charity dedicated to helping cats in need. Whether you run, walk, or participate virtually, join us for a purr-fectly fun day in support of our furry friends!
Organiser's Description
WERE BEYOND GRATEFUL TO ANNOUNCE THAT THE 2025 I LOVE CATS 5K AND MEOWY MILE IS OFFICIALLY SOLD OUT!
Calling all cat lovers and runners! Join us for the I LOVE CATS 5K RUN/WALK & MEOWY MILE, a purr-fectly fun event celebrating our feline friends while getting active. Whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or just love cats, this event is for you!
The event takes place on SUNDAY, MAY 4TH AT ITC COMMUNITY SPORTS PARK IN NORTHVILLE. The 5k run/walk (3.1 miles) will start at 9:30 with the Meowy Mile held right after at 10:30 am. There is plenty of parking at the park and a beautiful playground right near the start/finish. Restrooms on site.
PRICING: $30 until April 20th with a t-shirt guaranteed. $35 from 4/21 to 5/3 (limited shirts available), $40 race day.
DISCOUNTED PRICING FOR FAMILIES: We're encouraging families to participate together and are offering special pricing for you! Save $25 when registering 3 or more people from the same household.
VIRTUAL OPTION: You love cats, but can't join us in person, no worries. RUN WITH US VIRTUALLY. Sign up for our virtual event and run, walk, or stroll at your convenience. We'll mail you a shirt and medal. You must register by Sunday 4/20 to be guaranteed a t-shirt.
COURSE: The start and finish is at the pavilion near the park at the corner of 8 mile and Napier. The 5k run/walk is an out and back on the paved ITC trail. All ages and abilities are welcome, you can run or walk at your own pace. The Meowy Mile is a shorter fun run for all ages - great for families and kids! Runners, Walkers, Strollers and Wagons all allowed. No bicycles, skateboard or rollerblades please.
SWAG: All participants receive a cat-themed race shirt, a custom finisher medal, and post race refreshments.
SUPPORT A CAUSE: A portion of the proceeds, and all donations, will benefit our local charity partner - Feral Kitty Trappers TNR, Inc. a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Run by volunteers and funded by donations. All funds are used for cats.
PACKET PICKUP: Will be held the morning of the event starting at 8:00 AM at the ITC Pavilion at the start/finish line.
AWARDS: The Overall Male & Female winner of the 5k run/walk will receive an amazing gift basket from our sponsor AVOCATO CATFE AND ADOPTION CENTER. [https://avocato.org/]
RESULTS will be texted to you once you cross the finish line. They will also be live at the event and on this website afterwards. The race is professionally timed by the MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION.
BRING YOUR CAT-LOVING FRIENDS AND LET'S RUN (OR WALK) FOR THE CATS! REGISTER NOW AND LET'S MAKE THIS A PURR-FECT DAY! sun
This event is put on by GARR EVENT SOLUTIONS, an event management company that partners with non-profits to support local community initiatives.
Calling all cat lovers and runners! Join us for the I LOVE CATS 5K RUN/WALK & MEOWY MILE, a purr-fectly fun event celebrating our feline friends while getting active. Whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or just love cats, this event is for you!
The event takes place on SUNDAY, MAY 4TH AT ITC COMMUNITY SPORTS PARK IN NORTHVILLE. The 5k run/walk (3.1 miles) will start at 9:30 with the Meowy Mile held right after at 10:30 am. There is plenty of parking at the park and a beautiful playground right near the start/finish. Restrooms on site.
PRICING: $30 until April 20th with a t-shirt guaranteed. $35 from 4/21 to 5/3 (limited shirts available), $40 race day.
DISCOUNTED PRICING FOR FAMILIES: We're encouraging families to participate together and are offering special pricing for you! Save $25 when registering 3 or more people from the same household.
VIRTUAL OPTION: You love cats, but can't join us in person, no worries. RUN WITH US VIRTUALLY. Sign up for our virtual event and run, walk, or stroll at your convenience. We'll mail you a shirt and medal. You must register by Sunday 4/20 to be guaranteed a t-shirt.
COURSE: The start and finish is at the pavilion near the park at the corner of 8 mile and Napier. The 5k run/walk is an out and back on the paved ITC trail. All ages and abilities are welcome, you can run or walk at your own pace. The Meowy Mile is a shorter fun run for all ages - great for families and kids! Runners, Walkers, Strollers and Wagons all allowed. No bicycles, skateboard or rollerblades please.
SWAG: All participants receive a cat-themed race shirt, a custom finisher medal, and post race refreshments.
SUPPORT A CAUSE: A portion of the proceeds, and all donations, will benefit our local charity partner - Feral Kitty Trappers TNR, Inc. a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Run by volunteers and funded by donations. All funds are used for cats.
PACKET PICKUP: Will be held the morning of the event starting at 8:00 AM at the ITC Pavilion at the start/finish line.
AWARDS: The Overall Male & Female winner of the 5k run/walk will receive an amazing gift basket from our sponsor AVOCATO CATFE AND ADOPTION CENTER. [https://avocato.org/]
RESULTS will be texted to you once you cross the finish line. They will also be live at the event and on this website afterwards. The race is professionally timed by the MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION.
BRING YOUR CAT-LOVING FRIENDS AND LET'S RUN (OR WALK) FOR THE CATS! REGISTER NOW AND LET'S MAKE THIS A PURR-FECT DAY! sun
This event is put on by GARR EVENT SOLUTIONS, an event management company that partners with non-profits to support local community initiatives.
Races
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5k Run/Walk
Incl. $3.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 4th May 2025 (9:30AM EDT)
$38.60
CLOSED -
Meowy Mile
Incl. $3.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 4th May 2025 (10:30AM EDT)
$38.60
CLOSED -
Virtual 5k & Meowy Mile
Incl. $3.90 Fee & T-Shirt
$43.90
CLOSEDRun, walk, stroll on your own. We'll send you a t-shirt and medal in the mail. Must register by 4/20 to be guaranteed a t-shirt.
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