Puppy Love 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sat 7th February 2026
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
- Price Free - $43.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to unleash the fun at the 3rd Annual Puppy Love 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, February 7th, 2026, in the picturesque Palmetto Island Park, located in Mt Pleasant, Charleston! This vibrant event is perfect for dog lovers and their furry companions, offering a 5K run or walk that welcomes all well-socialized pups on a leash. Whether you're racing solo or with your four-legged friend, this event promises a joyful experience. The entry fee is just $45 for one runner and one dog, and kids aged 10 and under can join the fun for free!
Participants can look forward to special awards for top finishers, as well as adorable categories such as Best Dog in Pajamas and Best Overall Pajama Theme. After the race, join the excitement of the owner/dog 100-yard dash and enjoy delicious hot chocolate and treats for both humans and pups. Plus, with free park entry and parking included with your race registration, there's no reason not to join the pack! All proceeds from this heartwarming event will support the Charleston Animal Society, making it a perfect way to share the love with your furry Valentine while giving back. Don't miss this paws-itively delightful day!
Participants can look forward to special awards for top finishers, as well as adorable categories such as Best Dog in Pajamas and Best Overall Pajama Theme. After the race, join the excitement of the owner/dog 100-yard dash and enjoy delicious hot chocolate and treats for both humans and pups. Plus, with free park entry and parking included with your race registration, there's no reason not to join the pack! All proceeds from this heartwarming event will support the Charleston Animal Society, making it a perfect way to share the love with your furry Valentine while giving back. Don't miss this paws-itively delightful day!
Organiser's Description
Join us for the 3rd annual Puppy Love 5K!
Join the Pack for a 5K run or walk with and for your best four-legged friends.
This race is 100% dog friendly for all well socialized pups on a leash. We do ask that any owners running with dogs be prepared with a pick up bag to attend to any unscheduled potty breaks on the course.
You can run with a dog or without. Limit one dog per handler. 1 runner + 1 dog = $45. Minimum age for a runner with a dog is 12 years old. Kids 10 and under run free, but must be accompanied by an adult and do not receive race swag and are not officially timed.
There will be awards for the top 3 male and female finishers with a dog, as well as:
* Best Dog in pajamas
* Best Dog/Owner in pajamas
* Best Group in pajamas
* Best Overall pajama theme
* Doggy Dash winner
All prizes sponsored by Dolittles Pet Shop.
After the race, stick around for an owner/dog 100 yard Dash Race!
Be sure to check out the tennis ball field, stick crossing and squirrel overlook!
The race will take place on Saturday, February 7th at 9:00am at the beautiful Palmetto Island Park in Mount Pleasant. Free park entry and parking is available in the park with your race entry.
All participants will receive a race t-shirt and matching bandana for their puppy love.
Hot chocolate and human and pup treats will be available post race.
Share the love with your favorite furry valentine and run our Puppy Love 5K run!
The event will support the Charleston Animal Society.
Packet Pick Up will take place at Blue Sky Endurance at 624 Coleman Blvd on Friday, February 6th from 10am - 6pm and Saturday from 8am - 8:30am at Palmetto Island Park.
Join the Pack for a 5K run or walk with and for your best four-legged friends.
This race is 100% dog friendly for all well socialized pups on a leash. We do ask that any owners running with dogs be prepared with a pick up bag to attend to any unscheduled potty breaks on the course.
You can run with a dog or without. Limit one dog per handler. 1 runner + 1 dog = $45. Minimum age for a runner with a dog is 12 years old. Kids 10 and under run free, but must be accompanied by an adult and do not receive race swag and are not officially timed.
There will be awards for the top 3 male and female finishers with a dog, as well as:
* Best Dog in pajamas
* Best Dog/Owner in pajamas
* Best Group in pajamas
* Best Overall pajama theme
* Doggy Dash winner
All prizes sponsored by Dolittles Pet Shop.
After the race, stick around for an owner/dog 100 yard Dash Race!
Be sure to check out the tennis ball field, stick crossing and squirrel overlook!
The race will take place on Saturday, February 7th at 9:00am at the beautiful Palmetto Island Park in Mount Pleasant. Free park entry and parking is available in the park with your race entry.
All participants will receive a race t-shirt and matching bandana for their puppy love.
Hot chocolate and human and pup treats will be available post race.
Share the love with your favorite furry valentine and run our Puppy Love 5K run!
The event will support the Charleston Animal Society.
Packet Pick Up will take place at Blue Sky Endurance at 624 Coleman Blvd on Friday, February 6th from 10am - 6pm and Saturday from 8am - 8:30am at Palmetto Island Park.
Races
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Puppy Love 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt & Puppy Bandana
Sat 7th February 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$43.40
All 5K Adult participants will also show under reports and downloads for the events selected below. -
Puppy Love Kids 5K (KIDS 10 & UNDER)
Sat 7th February 2026 (9:00AM EST)
Free
All Kids 5K (10yrs+ under) participants will not show under reports or receive race swag and must be accompanied by an adult.
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