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
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Event summary
Get ready for a tail-wagging good time at the 3rd Annual Puppy Love 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, February 7th, 2026! Set in the picturesque Palmetto Island Park in Mount Pleasant, Charleston, this dog-friendly event invites participants to join the pack for a fun-filled 5K run or walk alongside their beloved four-legged companions. Whether you're racing with your pup or flying solo, this event is perfect for all ages, with kids 10 and under able to join for free!
The festivities kick off at 9:00 AM, featuring awards for top finishers and fun categories like Best Dog in Pajamas and Best Overall Pajama Theme, all sponsored by Dolittles Pet Shop. After the race, enjoy a delightful owner/dog 100-yard dash, plus new attractions like the tennis ball field and squirrel overlook! Each participant will receive a race t-shirt and a matching bandana for their dog, along with delicious treats available post-race.
Join us for this heartwarming event that not only celebrates the bond between humans and pets but also supports the Charleston Animal Society. With free park entry and parking included with your race entry, come make memories with your furry Valentine and
The festivities kick off at 9:00 AM, featuring awards for top finishers and fun categories like Best Dog in Pajamas and Best Overall Pajama Theme, all sponsored by Dolittles Pet Shop. After the race, enjoy a delightful owner/dog 100-yard dash, plus new attractions like the tennis ball field and squirrel overlook! Each participant will receive a race t-shirt and a matching bandana for their dog, along with delicious treats available post-race.
Join us for this heartwarming event that not only celebrates the bond between humans and pets but also supports the Charleston Animal Society. With free park entry and parking included with your race entry, come make memories with your furry Valentine and
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!
New this year--be sure to check out the tennis ball field, stick crossing and squirrel overlook!
The race will take place on Saturday, February 8th 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!
New this year--be sure to check out the tennis ball field, stick crossing and squirrel overlook!
The race will take place on Saturday, February 8th 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 (10yrs+ 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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