Pup-kin 5k
Saturday, October 28, 2023
Past event
9:00 AM CDT
Bowling Green, Kentucky
$40.00 · 1 race
5km
Event summary
Get ready for a spooktacular day of fun at the Pup-kin 5k, happening on Saturday, October 28th, 2023, in Bowling Green, Warren! This exciting race promises to be a fantastic family-friendly event filled with festive activities. Participants can enjoy a thrilling 5k run, a Monster Mosey 5k walk, and a delightful Kids' Fun Run, all set against the backdrop of colorful autumn scenery. Runners and walkers, don’t forget to wear your favorite costumes for a chance to win prizes in various categories, including overall race times and costume contests!
After crossing the finish line, all participants will receive a free pumpkin to take home, making this event even more special. Enjoy bouncy houses, pumpkin-flavored treats, and appearances by beloved characters like Bluey and Scooby Doo! Early packet pick-up is available on October 25th, and there are group registration discounts for those who want to join in the fun with friends or family. Plus, your participation will help support the Humane Society with donations accepted at the event. Join us at Buchanon Park for a day filled with joy, community spirit, and a dash of Halloween cheer!
After crossing the finish line, all participants will receive a free pumpkin to take home, making this event even more special. Enjoy bouncy houses, pumpkin-flavored treats, and appearances by beloved characters like Bluey and Scooby Doo! Early packet pick-up is available on October 25th, and there are group registration discounts for those who want to join in the fun with friends or family. Plus, your participation will help support the Humane Society with donations accepted at the event. Join us at Buchanon Park for a day filled with joy, community spirit, and a dash of Halloween cheer!
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Pup-kin 5k
Includes T-Shirt
Entries closed9:00 AM CDT
$40.00
Organiser's description
The Pup-kin 5k is a spooky and fun race put on by your friends at Warren County Public Library and Warren County Parks and Recreation. All participants will receive one free pumpkin at the end of the race! This family-friendly event will feature bouncy houses, pumpkin flavored food, and fun activities for all-ages! Costumes are encouraged for racers, participants, and cheerleaders! Prizes will be awarded for costumes & race times in your age and gender division. Special guests at the event will include Bluey & Scooby Doo!
Early packet pick-up will be available inside the Buchanon Branch Library (9222 Nashville Rd., located inside the Tennis Facility) on Friday, October 25th from 4:00 - 6:00pm. Please arrive to check in and pick-up your bib and t-shirt at 7:30am.
AGENDA:
8 5k Race
8 Monster Mosey (5k walk)
9 Kid's Fun Run
9 Awards Ceremony
Early bird pricing ends on 10/9/24!! Register today!
NEW: You can now get a price break when you register a group of people! Select "multi-person pricing" when registering two or more people at a time for $5 off per person!
There will be prizes for division winners, overall winners, and costume contest winners (Best overall costume, cutest pup, and most creative costume!) There will be an awards ceremony immediately following the Kids' Fun Run at approximately 9:15am,
This race will begin at Buchanon Park and run on the paved track around South Warren High School and back. Packet pick-up will be available the evening before.
Donations will be accepted at this event for the Humane Society! View their wish list by clicking here. https://www.bgshelterpets.com/wish-list.html
Note: Leashed dogs are welcome to attend the outside park and run or walk with participants as long as they are well behaved! The owner or other person in charge of the pet is asked to clean up after the pet on the trail and outside in the park.
Special thanks to our sponsors: Hills Pet Food & WNKY!
Special thanks to Lilly Riherd for her timing services at this race!
Special thanks to the Med Center EMS for providing standby coverage on site at this event!
Early packet pick-up will be available inside the Buchanon Branch Library (9222 Nashville Rd., located inside the Tennis Facility) on Friday, October 25th from 4:00 - 6:00pm. Please arrive to check in and pick-up your bib and t-shirt at 7:30am.
AGENDA:
8 5k Race
8 Monster Mosey (5k walk)
9 Kid's Fun Run
9 Awards Ceremony
Early bird pricing ends on 10/9/24!! Register today!
NEW: You can now get a price break when you register a group of people! Select "multi-person pricing" when registering two or more people at a time for $5 off per person!
There will be prizes for division winners, overall winners, and costume contest winners (Best overall costume, cutest pup, and most creative costume!) There will be an awards ceremony immediately following the Kids' Fun Run at approximately 9:15am,
This race will begin at Buchanon Park and run on the paved track around South Warren High School and back. Packet pick-up will be available the evening before.
Donations will be accepted at this event for the Humane Society! View their wish list by clicking here. https://www.bgshelterpets.com/wish-list.html
Note: Leashed dogs are welcome to attend the outside park and run or walk with participants as long as they are well behaved! The owner or other person in charge of the pet is asked to clean up after the pet on the trail and outside in the park.
Special thanks to our sponsors: Hills Pet Food & WNKY!
Special thanks to Lilly Riherd for her timing services at this race!
Special thanks to the Med Center EMS for providing standby coverage on site at this event!
Location
9222 Nashville Rd., Bowling Green, 42101, KY, United States
Pup-kin 5k
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