PAWS FOR A PURPOSE
- Date Sat 19th September 2026
- Time 7:00AM EDT
- Location Locust Grove, Georgia
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a heartwarming and energetic day at the 1st Annual Paws for a Purpose 5K on Saturday, September 19, 2026! Taking place in the picturesque City Park of Locust Grove, Georgia, this exciting community event kicks off with registration at 7:00 AM, followed by the race starting at 8:00 AM. Whether you’re a passionate runner or a casual walker, this is the perfect opportunity to enjoy a scenic course while making a positive impact for local rescue animals.
All registrations include an official event T-shirt and a raffle entry, with well-behaved dogs encouraged to join the fun! This year’s race benefits Street Paws, an organization dedicated to providing food, medical care, and loving homes for animals in need. Bring your family, friends, and furry companions for a day filled with fitness, fun, and community spirit. Every step you take helps give rescue animals a fighting chance at finding their forever homes. Join us and run with purpose while making a difference, one paw at a time!
All registrations include an official event T-shirt and a raffle entry, with well-behaved dogs encouraged to join the fun! This year’s race benefits Street Paws, an organization dedicated to providing food, medical care, and loving homes for animals in need. Bring your family, friends, and furry companions for a day filled with fitness, fun, and community spirit. Every step you take helps give rescue animals a fighting chance at finding their forever homes. Join us and run with purpose while making a difference, one paw at a time!
Organiser's Description
1ST ANNUAL PAWS FOR A PURPOSE 5K
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 | REGISTRATION STARTS AT 7:00 AM RACE 8:00 AM 12:00 PM
Join us for the 1ST ANNUAL PAWS FOR A PURPOSE 5K, a fun-filled community event dedicated to making a difference for local rescue animals. Whether you're a seasoned runner, casual walker, or simply want to support a great cause, everyone is welcome!
This year's race benefits Street Paws, helping provide food, medical care, and loving homes for animals in need throughout our community.
The race will begin at City Park and take participants on a scenic course through beautiful Locust Grove.
Hosted by BARK & BUBBLE PET GROOMING in partnership with MAIN STREET LOCUST GROVE, this event is about bringing our community together to support rescue animals while enjoying a morning of fitness, fun, and fellowship.
EVENT DETAILS
DATE: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19
TIME: REGISTRATION STARTS AT 7:00 AM RACE 8:00 AM 12:00 PM
LOCATION: CITY PARK, 186 CLEVELAND ST., LOCUST GROVE, GA
5K Run/Walk: All ages and fitness levels are welcome!
Registration Includes: An official event T-shirt and one raffle entry for every registered participant.
Pets Welcome: Well-behaved dogs are welcome to join the fun! Please keep all pets on a leash at all times and clean up after them to help keep the park and streets safe and enjoyable for everyone. NO RETRACTABLE LEASHES PLEASE.
Bring your family, friends, and four-legged companions for a morning of fun, fitness, and community spirit. Every step you take helps support rescue animals and gives them a better chance at finding loving homes.
Run with purpose. Walk with heart. Make a differenceone paw at a time! SHIRTS AVAILABLE WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 | REGISTRATION STARTS AT 7:00 AM RACE 8:00 AM 12:00 PM
Join us for the 1ST ANNUAL PAWS FOR A PURPOSE 5K, a fun-filled community event dedicated to making a difference for local rescue animals. Whether you're a seasoned runner, casual walker, or simply want to support a great cause, everyone is welcome!
This year's race benefits Street Paws, helping provide food, medical care, and loving homes for animals in need throughout our community.
The race will begin at City Park and take participants on a scenic course through beautiful Locust Grove.
Hosted by BARK & BUBBLE PET GROOMING in partnership with MAIN STREET LOCUST GROVE, this event is about bringing our community together to support rescue animals while enjoying a morning of fitness, fun, and fellowship.
EVENT DETAILS
DATE: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19
TIME: REGISTRATION STARTS AT 7:00 AM RACE 8:00 AM 12:00 PM
LOCATION: CITY PARK, 186 CLEVELAND ST., LOCUST GROVE, GA
5K Run/Walk: All ages and fitness levels are welcome!
Registration Includes: An official event T-shirt and one raffle entry for every registered participant.
Pets Welcome: Well-behaved dogs are welcome to join the fun! Please keep all pets on a leash at all times and clean up after them to help keep the park and streets safe and enjoyable for everyone. NO RETRACTABLE LEASHES PLEASE.
Bring your family, friends, and four-legged companions for a morning of fun, fitness, and community spirit. Every step you take helps support rescue animals and gives them a better chance at finding loving homes.
Run with purpose. Walk with heart. Make a differenceone paw at a time! SHIRTS AVAILABLE WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.
Races
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Paws for a Purpose
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th September 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$43.40
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