Labor Day 5k Fur Run
Sunday, September 1, 2024
Past event
8:00 AM EDT
Atlanta, Georgia
$33.50 · 1 race
5km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day at the Labor Day 5K Fur Run on Sunday, September 1, 2024, in Atlanta, Dekalb! This exciting event invites community members to come together for a fun-filled run or walk, all while supporting a fantastic cause. Whether you're hitting the pavement solo or with your furry friend, every step you take contributes to the care and rehoming of abandoned pets through DeKalb County Animal Services.
With a scenic 5K route, this event promises to be a great time for both participants and their leashed, well-behaved pets. Enjoy amenities like water stations for both pets and humans, and participants will receive a special t-shirt and a finisher medal upon completing the race. The day kicks off with a Welcome and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 7:30 a.m., followed by a warm-up session before the race begins at 8:00 a.m. Early packet pick-up takes place on Saturday, August 31st, ensuring you're all set for the big day. Don't miss out on this chance to contribute to a worthy cause while enjoying a vibrant community atmosphere. Register today and make a positive impact in your community!
With a scenic 5K route, this event promises to be a great time for both participants and their leashed, well-behaved pets. Enjoy amenities like water stations for both pets and humans, and participants will receive a special t-shirt and a finisher medal upon completing the race. The day kicks off with a Welcome and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 7:30 a.m., followed by a warm-up session before the race begins at 8:00 a.m. Early packet pick-up takes place on Saturday, August 31st, ensuring you're all set for the big day. Don't miss out on this chance to contribute to a worthy cause while enjoying a vibrant community atmosphere. Register today and make a positive impact in your community!
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5k Run/Walk
Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed8:00 AM EDT
$33.50
Organiser's description
This race is an excellent opportunity for community members to come together and support a great cause. Whether you're running/walking solo or with your furry friend, every step you take helps provide care and helps to find homes for abandoned and homeless pets.
Proceeds from the 5K Fur Run will go directly to DeKalb County Animal Services, supporting their mission to care for and rehome animals in need. We want to emphasize the importance of supporting animal services and promoting responsible pet ownership.
Don't miss out on this chance to make a difference in our community. Register today!
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT DEKALB COUNTY ANIMAL SERVICES, PLEASE VISIT DEKALB ANIMAL SERVICES https://dekalbanimalservices.com
All leashed and well-behaved pets are welcome to join in on the run or walk.
There will be water stations for pets and participants.
Registered participants will receive a t-shirt within their race packet and those that complete the 5K will receive a finisher medal.
EARLY PACKET PICK-UP:
Saturday, August 31st, 11:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m.
Big Peach Running Co,
1565 Church St #520, Decatur, GA 30033
RACE DAY REGISTRATION & CHECK IN
Sunday, September 1, 7:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m.
Mercer University
2930 Flowers Rd S.
Atlanta, GA US 30341
RACE DAY EVENTS
7:30 a.m. Welcome and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
7:40 a.m. Instructor led warmup session
8:00 a.m. Race begins
PARKING
Participants and guests may park on the campus of Mercer University. The closest parking lots can be accessed using the following address: 2930 Flowers Rd. S, Atlanta, GA 30341.
Proceeds from the 5K Fur Run will go directly to DeKalb County Animal Services, supporting their mission to care for and rehome animals in need. We want to emphasize the importance of supporting animal services and promoting responsible pet ownership.
Don't miss out on this chance to make a difference in our community. Register today!
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT DEKALB COUNTY ANIMAL SERVICES, PLEASE VISIT DEKALB ANIMAL SERVICES https://dekalbanimalservices.com
All leashed and well-behaved pets are welcome to join in on the run or walk.
There will be water stations for pets and participants.
Registered participants will receive a t-shirt within their race packet and those that complete the 5K will receive a finisher medal.
EARLY PACKET PICK-UP:
Saturday, August 31st, 11:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m.
Big Peach Running Co,
1565 Church St #520, Decatur, GA 30033
RACE DAY REGISTRATION & CHECK IN
Sunday, September 1, 7:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m.
Mercer University
2930 Flowers Rd S.
Atlanta, GA US 30341
RACE DAY EVENTS
7:30 a.m. Welcome and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
7:40 a.m. Instructor led warmup session
8:00 a.m. Race begins
PARKING
Participants and guests may park on the campus of Mercer University. The closest parking lots can be accessed using the following address: 2930 Flowers Rd. S, Atlanta, GA 30341.
Location
Mercer University, 2930 Flowers Rd S, Atlanta, 30341, GA, United States
Labor Day 5k Fur Run
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