Paws & Soles Saving Lives with Strides 5K & 10K Run/Walk- Benefiting the Friends of Somerset Regional Animal Shelter
- Date Sun 18th October 2026
- Time 9:20AM EDT
- Location Bridgewater, New Jersey
- Price $16.90 - $54.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Join us for the delightful Paws & Soles Saving Lives with Strides 5K & 10K Run/Walk on Sunday, October 18, 2026, in the beautiful Bridgewater, Somerset. This vibrant event is not just about running or walking; it's a heartfelt fundraiser benefiting the Friends of Somerset Regional Animal Shelter, aimed at supporting the Cupid Fund. The Cupid Fund is dedicated to providing extraordinary medical care for shelter animals, ensuring they receive the treatment they need to find loving homes.
Participants can choose between a scenic 5K or a challenging 10K course set against the picturesque backdrop of Duke Island Park. The day promises fun for all, with vendors, food, and a chance to meet furry friends! Dogs are welcome to join in the fun, starting at 9:20 AM, and each registered pup will receive a special doggy goody bag. Don’t miss out on the camaraderie, competitive spirit, and the joy of supporting a great cause—be sure to register by September 15 to secure your event shirt! Whether you’re walking, running, or enjoying the day with your canine companion, the Paws & Soles event is sure to be a tail-wagging good time!
Participants can choose between a scenic 5K or a challenging 10K course set against the picturesque backdrop of Duke Island Park. The day promises fun for all, with vendors, food, and a chance to meet furry friends! Dogs are welcome to join in the fun, starting at 9:20 AM, and each registered pup will receive a special doggy goody bag. Don’t miss out on the camaraderie, competitive spirit, and the joy of supporting a great cause—be sure to register by September 15 to secure your event shirt! Whether you’re walking, running, or enjoying the day with your canine companion, the Paws & Soles event is sure to be a tail-wagging good time!
Organiser's Description
JOIN FRIENDS OF SOMERSET REGIONAL ANIMAL SHELTER AS WE COME TOGETHER TO RAISE FUNDS FOR THE CUPID FUND.
The Paws & Soles Saving Lives with Strides 5K & 10K Run/Walk is a major fundraiser for the Friends of Somerset Regional Animal Shelter (FOSRAS) and a wag of a great time! The annual event draws animal lovers from all over to share the day with and in honor of four-legged friends. In addition to the official 5K and 10K events, the day includes vendors, food, and of course, a chance to meet FURiends.
THE CUPID FUND
The Cupid Fund is a special fund dedicated to helping our shelter animals that require extraordinary medical treatment. The fund provides care for any animal needing more than the basics- spay/neuter, vaccines, and microchipping. All medical tests, blood work, specialist consults, surgery, treatment of illnesses, etc. are paid for by donations to FOSRAS Cupid Fund. Please visit our website at: https://www.fosras.com
RACE DETAILS
Friends, participants, and canines will run/walk the flat trails and picturesque backdrop of the flat, fast, USATF-NJ Certified Course at Duke Island Park. There will be Overall Winner Awards and Age Group Awards. Walk or run with your dog! DOGS CAN JOIN THE RACE STARTING AT 9:20 AM AND ARE REQUIRED TO START AT THE BACK OF THE STARTING GROUP BEHIND THE RUNNERS. Registered dogs receive a doggy goody bag (while supplies last).
PARTICIPANTS REGISTERED BY SEPTEMBER 15TH ARE GUARANTEED A T-SHIRT OR LONG-SLEEVE SHIRT. DURING REGISTRATION, THERE IS AN OPTION TO FORGO THE T-SHIRT.
Day of registration: 10K Run - $50 (human entry only)
5K Run/Walk- $40 + $5/dog
Kids 10 and under $15
To ensure an enjoyable walk for 2 legged and 4 legged participants:
* Please refrain from using Flexi leads, only 6 leads or less allowed
* All Dogs must be current on shots and no females in heat
* Please do not bring pets whose behavior may endanger others
* Participants must clean up after their pet and provide appropriate feces collection bags for such use.
CERTIFIED 10K COURSE LINK
COMING SOON
Certified 5K Course Link:
HTTPS://WWW.CERTIFIEDROADRACES.COM/CERTIFICATE/?TYPE=L&ID=NJ16520JHP [https://www.certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=l&id=NJ16520JHP]
EVENT SCHEDULE
8:30 AM Registration Opens
9:20 AM 5K &10K Run/Walk Start
10:15 AM 5K Awards Ceremony
10:45 AM 10K Award Ceremony
11:00 AM Doggy Costume Contest
9:00-12:00 PM Vendors open
VENDORS WILL BE AVAILABLE UNTIL 12 PM
AWARDS
Overall 1st place 5K/10K - Male & Female
Overall 2nd place 5K/10K - Male & Female
Overall 3rd place 5K/10K - Male & Female
Age categories
Top 3 5k finishers, male & female in various age categories.
RACE BIBS
We use Chronotrack RFID systems for chip timing. All awards will be calculated based on chip time, not gun time.
SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE!
Email heartandsole5knj@gmail.com to participate!
FOLLOW US!
FACEBOOK
FOSRAS [https://www.facebook.com/FOSRAS]
INSTAGRAM
FOSRAS [https://www.instagram.com/friendsofsras/?hl=en]
WEBSITE
FOSRAS [https://www.fosras.com]
The Paws & Soles Saving Lives with Strides 5K & 10K Run/Walk is a major fundraiser for the Friends of Somerset Regional Animal Shelter (FOSRAS) and a wag of a great time! The annual event draws animal lovers from all over to share the day with and in honor of four-legged friends. In addition to the official 5K and 10K events, the day includes vendors, food, and of course, a chance to meet FURiends.
THE CUPID FUND
The Cupid Fund is a special fund dedicated to helping our shelter animals that require extraordinary medical treatment. The fund provides care for any animal needing more than the basics- spay/neuter, vaccines, and microchipping. All medical tests, blood work, specialist consults, surgery, treatment of illnesses, etc. are paid for by donations to FOSRAS Cupid Fund. Please visit our website at: https://www.fosras.com
RACE DETAILS
Friends, participants, and canines will run/walk the flat trails and picturesque backdrop of the flat, fast, USATF-NJ Certified Course at Duke Island Park. There will be Overall Winner Awards and Age Group Awards. Walk or run with your dog! DOGS CAN JOIN THE RACE STARTING AT 9:20 AM AND ARE REQUIRED TO START AT THE BACK OF THE STARTING GROUP BEHIND THE RUNNERS. Registered dogs receive a doggy goody bag (while supplies last).
PARTICIPANTS REGISTERED BY SEPTEMBER 15TH ARE GUARANTEED A T-SHIRT OR LONG-SLEEVE SHIRT. DURING REGISTRATION, THERE IS AN OPTION TO FORGO THE T-SHIRT.
Day of registration: 10K Run - $50 (human entry only)
5K Run/Walk- $40 + $5/dog
Kids 10 and under $15
To ensure an enjoyable walk for 2 legged and 4 legged participants:
* Please refrain from using Flexi leads, only 6 leads or less allowed
* All Dogs must be current on shots and no females in heat
* Please do not bring pets whose behavior may endanger others
* Participants must clean up after their pet and provide appropriate feces collection bags for such use.
CERTIFIED 10K COURSE LINK
COMING SOON
Certified 5K Course Link:
HTTPS://WWW.CERTIFIEDROADRACES.COM/CERTIFICATE/?TYPE=L&ID=NJ16520JHP [https://www.certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=l&id=NJ16520JHP]
EVENT SCHEDULE
8:30 AM Registration Opens
9:20 AM 5K &10K Run/Walk Start
10:15 AM 5K Awards Ceremony
10:45 AM 10K Award Ceremony
11:00 AM Doggy Costume Contest
9:00-12:00 PM Vendors open
VENDORS WILL BE AVAILABLE UNTIL 12 PM
AWARDS
Overall 1st place 5K/10K - Male & Female
Overall 2nd place 5K/10K - Male & Female
Overall 3rd place 5K/10K - Male & Female
Age categories
Top 3 5k finishers, male & female in various age categories.
RACE BIBS
We use Chronotrack RFID systems for chip timing. All awards will be calculated based on chip time, not gun time.
SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE!
Email heartandsole5knj@gmail.com to participate!
FOLLOW US!
FOSRAS [https://www.facebook.com/FOSRAS]
FOSRAS [https://www.instagram.com/friendsofsras/?hl=en]
WEBSITE
FOSRAS [https://www.fosras.com]
Races
-
5K Run/Walk Human Entry
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Shirt
Sun 18th October 2026 (9:20AM EDT)
$43.40
-
5K Run/Walk Human + 1 Dog
Incl. $3.70 Fee & Shirt
Sun 18th October 2026 (9:20AM EDT)
$48.70
-
5K Run/Walk Kids Age 10 and Under Entry
Incl. $1.90 Fee & Short Sleeve Shirt
Sun 18th October 2026 (9:20AM EDT)
$16.90
This registration is for the 5K only. Registration for the kiddie dash is separate. -
10K Run
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 18th October 2026 (9:20AM EDT)
$54.00
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