Paws & Soles Saving Lives with Strides 5K Run/Walk and Fun Run- Benefiting the Friends of Somerset Regional Animal Shelter

  • Date Sun 5th October 2025
  • Time 9:00AM EDT
  • Location Bridgewater, New Jersey
  • Price $14.75 - $48.25
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready for a pawsitively fantastic day at the Paws & Soles Saving Lives with Strides 5K Run/Walk and Fun Run, happening on Sunday, October 5th, 2025, at Duke Island Park in Bridgewater, Somerset! This vibrant event is a major fundraiser for the Friends of Somerset Regional Animal Shelter, dedicated to supporting the Cupid Fund, which provides vital medical care for shelter animals in need.

Participants can choose between the official 5K run or walk, and there’s even a Kiddie Dash for the little ones! Bring your furry friends along, as dogs are invited to join the race starting at 9:20 AM. The scenic, USATF-NJ Certified Course promises a smooth and enjoyable experience for both two-legged and four-legged participants. Don't miss out on the lively atmosphere that includes vendors, a K-9 demonstration, and a doggy costume contest! Register by September 5th to secure your race t-shirt and be part of this heartwarming event that celebrates community and animal welfare. Join us and make a difference while having fun!

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 Run/Walk and Fun Run 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 event, the day includes vendors, a K-9 demonstration, 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).

THE KIDDIE DASH IS BACK!!

4 years old and under- 25 yard dash
5-7 years old- 50 yard dash

ALL KIDDIE DASH PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE A FINISHER PRIZE

PARTICIPANTS REGISTERED BY SEPTEMBER 5TH ARE GUARANTEED A T-SHIRT OR LONG SLEEVE SHIRT. DURING REGISTRATION, THERE IS AN OPTION TO FORGO THE T-SHIRT.

Day of registration: Run/Walk- $40 + $5/dog
Kids 10 and under $15
Kiddie Dash: $12

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 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
9:00 AM Kiddie Dash
9:15 AM 5K Run/Walk Start
10:00 AM 5K Awards Ceremony
10:30 AM K9 Demonstration
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 - Male & Female
Overall 2nd place 5k - Male & Female
Overall 3rd place 5k - 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 [email protected] 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]

Races

  • 5K Run/Walk Human Entry

    Incl. $3.25 Fee & Shirt

    Sun 5th October 2025 (9:20AM EDT)

    $43.25

  • 5k Run/Walk Human + 1 Dog

    Incl. $3.25 Fee & Shirt

    Sun 5th October 2025 (9:20AM EDT)

    $48.25

  • 5K Run/Walk Kids Age 10 and Under Entry

    Incl. $2.75 Fee & Short Sleeve Shirt

    Sun 5th October 2025 (9:20AM EDT)

    $17.75

    This registration is for the 5K only. Registration for the kiddie dash is separate.
  • Kiddie Dash

    Incl. $2.75 Fee & Short Sleeve Shirt

    Sun 5th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $14.75

    4 years old and under- 25 yard dash 5 years old to 7 years old- 50 yard dash

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Location

Duke Island Park, 191 Old York Rd, Bridgewater, 08807, NJ, United States

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