Matt's 5k Pursuit
- Date Sun 12th April 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Cincinnati, Ohio
- Price $17.12 - $32.99
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the 21st Annual Matt's 5K Pursuit on Sunday, April 12th, 2026, in the vibrant city of Cincinnati, Hamilton! This exciting event celebrates the incredible work of Matt's Foundation, which has funded 131 K9s for law enforcement agencies, totaling over $1.4 million. Whether you choose to participate in person or virtually, your involvement is crucial in helping to keep our communities safe.
Race day promises to be filled with energy and camaraderie, as participants tackle the 5K distance while supporting a worthy cause. Don't forget, if you're joining virtually, make sure to upload your time by 9 AM on April 12th to compete for a medal! Pre-registration is open until March 31st to secure your event t-shirt, with late registration available until 8:30 AM on race day for a small fee. Let’s come together to support law enforcement and their K9 Units while enjoying a fun day of fitness and community spirit!
Race day promises to be filled with energy and camaraderie, as participants tackle the 5K distance while supporting a worthy cause. Don't forget, if you're joining virtually, make sure to upload your time by 9 AM on April 12th to compete for a medal! Pre-registration is open until March 31st to secure your event t-shirt, with late registration available until 8:30 AM on race day for a small fee. Let’s come together to support law enforcement and their K9 Units while enjoying a fun day of fitness and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
Please join us for the 21st Annual 'Matt's 5K Pursuit' on Sunday, April 12th to support Matt's Foundation and celebrate funding 131 K9's totaling over $1.4 million! Your donations and sponsorships, participation, in person or virtual, is greatly appreciated as we work to help keep our communities safe. Should you participate virtually, you must upload your time by 9 AM APRIL 12TH to compete for a medal.
HOW TO GET YOUR T-SHIRT:
ALL PRE-REGISTERED (BY MARCH 31ST) WILL BE GUARANTEED AN EVENT T-SHIRT; LATE REGISTRANTS WILL RECEIVE A T-SHIRT WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. You can pick up your shirt/bib on Thursday, April 9th from 4-7 pm at Queen City Running, 5819 Cheviot Road or on race day before 8:30 a.m.
Pre-registration closes March 31th. After that, you can still register online and on race day until 8:30 a.m. but a late fee of $5 per person will be added and you will not be guaranteed a shirt. If you pre-registered (and have not pick up your shirt/bib at Queen City Running), you will check in at the 'Pre-Registration' booth. If you registered after March 31st, check in at 'Late Registration' (formerly 'Same Day').
Sponsorships will be accepted until March 31st.
The Matt Haverkamp Foundation is proud to have been able to purchase 131 K9's for law enforcement agencies since 2005. In 2025 we assisted ten police departments by funding 16 K9's, equipment and training totaling over $210,000. In 2026 we've already received many request and hope to be able to assist. Your support and participation in this year's 5k will help us continue our mission to support law enforcement with their K9 Units.
HOW TO GET YOUR T-SHIRT:
ALL PRE-REGISTERED (BY MARCH 31ST) WILL BE GUARANTEED AN EVENT T-SHIRT; LATE REGISTRANTS WILL RECEIVE A T-SHIRT WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. You can pick up your shirt/bib on Thursday, April 9th from 4-7 pm at Queen City Running, 5819 Cheviot Road or on race day before 8:30 a.m.
Pre-registration closes March 31th. After that, you can still register online and on race day until 8:30 a.m. but a late fee of $5 per person will be added and you will not be guaranteed a shirt. If you pre-registered (and have not pick up your shirt/bib at Queen City Running), you will check in at the 'Pre-Registration' booth. If you registered after March 31st, check in at 'Late Registration' (formerly 'Same Day').
Sponsorships will be accepted until March 31st.
The Matt Haverkamp Foundation is proud to have been able to purchase 131 K9's for law enforcement agencies since 2005. In 2025 we assisted ten police departments by funding 16 K9's, equipment and training totaling over $210,000. In 2026 we've already received many request and hope to be able to assist. Your support and participation in this year's 5k will help us continue our mission to support law enforcement with their K9 Units.
Races
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5K Run/Walk TIMED
Incl. $2.99 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 12th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$32.99
We extend the event throughout the morning and will have K9 demonstrations as well as 'meet & greet', refreshments, door prizes & awards for the top race finishers. -
5K Run/Walk Not Timed
Incl. $2.82 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 12th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$29.82
We extend the event throughout the morning and will have K9 demonstrations as well as 'meet & greet', refreshments, door prizes & awards for the top race finishers. -
5K Virtual Run/Walk
Incl. $2.82 Fee & T-Shirt
$29.82
Need to upload your time by 9 a.m. on April 12 to be considered for a medal. Optional this year - virtual (no t-shirt) is $27; Virtual (mail my shirt) is $35. -
5K Child (10 & Younger)
Incl. $2.12 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 12th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$17.12
The kids' fun run races (for kids ages 10 & under) will begin after the 5k.
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