Purple Leash 5k & Fun Run
- Date Sun 12th October 2025
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Gray Summit, Missouri
- Price $38.96
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a paws-itively fantastic day at the Purple Leash 5K & Fun Run on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at Purina Farms in Gray Summit, Missouri! This exciting event invites both humans and their furry friends to join in on the fun, whether you're looking to compete in the competitive 5K race or enjoy a leisurely stroll in the 1-mile Fun Run. With a scenic route featuring paved roads and a few gentle elevation changes, runners can enjoy a great day outdoors while supporting an important cause.
After crossing the finish line, everyone is invited to the TAILgate After Party, where you can celebrate your achievements with food, drinks, music, and yard games. Plus, all registered participants will receive a special event t-shirt and treats for their pups! As part of the Purple Leash Project, your participation helps domestic violence shelters become pet-friendly, allowing families to stay together during tough times. So lace up your sneakers and leash up your dogs for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit!
After crossing the finish line, everyone is invited to the TAILgate After Party, where you can celebrate your achievements with food, drinks, music, and yard games. Plus, all registered participants will receive a special event t-shirt and treats for their pups! As part of the Purple Leash Project, your participation helps domestic violence shelters become pet-friendly, allowing families to stay together during tough times. So lace up your sneakers and leash up your dogs for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
Lace up and leash up for a great cause! You and your dog are invited to run, jog, or walk in the Purple Leash 5K & Fun Run. Compete for top dog in our 5K race or take it easy in our 1-mile fun run. Put your paws to the pavement and then head over to the TAILgate after party for food, drinks, music and more all while raising awareness for the Purple Leash Project. All purple outfits and purple dog gear are highly encouraged!
THE PURPLE LEASH PROJECT [https://www.purina.com/purple-leash-project?utm_campaign=cpr-portfolio2024&utm_medium=display&utm_source=purina_farms&utm_content=cr-registration_page_pt-na&utm_term=] was born out of the Purina mission to bring and keep pets and people together and the RedRover mission to bring people and their pets from crisis to care. Your support of the Purple Leash Project assists domestic violence shelters on their journey to welcome family pets by funding pet-friendly renovations.
DATE: Sunday, October 12, 2025
TIME: 9AM - Noon (registration opens at 8AM, races begin at 9AM)
LOCATION: Purina Farms, 500 William Danforth Way, Gray Summit, MO 63039
ROUTE: the 5K and 1-mile route will traverse over paved roads with potential uneven surfaces. Expect an elevation change of around 50ft throughout the course. Water stations for humans and dogs will be available on the route.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
_5K Race _- The competition is on! Humans, and their dogs, can sign up for our competitive 5K race (with chipped timing bibs) to see who will win top dog! Prizes will be awarded to the top three times in each heat for the 5K race.
_Fun Run & Walk_ - Looking for something more low-key? We've got you! Our 1-mile Fun Run & Walk is perfect for all experience levels and ages for humans and dogs.
_ TAILgate After Party_ - Sits, stay, and snack! We'll have a winner's podium, music, food and drinks for both humans and pets, yard games, and lots of FUN! Have a drink on us, each registered runner over the age of 21 will receive one free drink ticket.
_Giveaways_ - each registered human participant will receive an event t-shirt, treats, Purple Leash Project swag, and so much more!
AWARDS
The first three winners in both male and female (humans and canines) 5K heats will receive awards! Winners will be presented after all races conclude at the TAILgate After Party.
COST
$35 - until September 20
$40 - September 21 to October 4
$45 - October 5 to October 11
_Advanced registration is required, onsite registration will NOT be available for this event. _
PACKET PICKUP
Packets will be available for picked up on race day, October 12. Please plan on arriving by 8:30AM.
Each human will receive a chipped bib, and each pooch will receive a bib for their leash! The athlete will be timed, but both human and dog will be listed in the results (ex. Brandon and Dash)!
PARTICIPATING DOGS: here are a few things you need to know before registering
All dogs must be at least 6 months old, up to date on all of their vaccination, and have a current rabies identification tag number
Only one dog allowed per runner, runner must be 16+ years old
All dogs entering the 5K and 1-mile should have prior experience running this distance with their owner
The person participating with the dog will be responsible for the conduct of the animal at ALL times during the event (parking lot, start line, course, finish line, and after party area)
All dogs must be on a leash of 6 ft. or less. Retractable/Adjustable leashes are NOT allowed
Spiked collars are NOT allowed
No matter where you are at the start line, on the course, or at the finish, you will be responsible for cleaning up any mess your pet leaves behind
Failure to comply with the rules listed above will result in expulsion from the event without refund
Nestl'e Purina PetCare Company will donate $5.00 to RedRover for each Purina Farms 5K Fun Run registration received on https://runsignup.com/ between 8/4/25-10/12/25. For more information on RedRover, visit https://redrover.org.
Dogs are welcome! No retractable leashes. Dogs must be up to date on vaccination, have a visible rabies ID tag, be well socialized and free of health concerns. Puppies must be at least 6 months old with age-appropriate vaccinations to attend. View our complete guidelines and visiting pet policy at purinafarms.com
THE PURPLE LEASH PROJECT [https://www.purina.com/purple-leash-project?utm_campaign=cpr-portfolio2024&utm_medium=display&utm_source=purina_farms&utm_content=cr-registration_page_pt-na&utm_term=] was born out of the Purina mission to bring and keep pets and people together and the RedRover mission to bring people and their pets from crisis to care. Your support of the Purple Leash Project assists domestic violence shelters on their journey to welcome family pets by funding pet-friendly renovations.
DATE: Sunday, October 12, 2025
TIME: 9AM - Noon (registration opens at 8AM, races begin at 9AM)
LOCATION: Purina Farms, 500 William Danforth Way, Gray Summit, MO 63039
ROUTE: the 5K and 1-mile route will traverse over paved roads with potential uneven surfaces. Expect an elevation change of around 50ft throughout the course. Water stations for humans and dogs will be available on the route.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
_5K Race _- The competition is on! Humans, and their dogs, can sign up for our competitive 5K race (with chipped timing bibs) to see who will win top dog! Prizes will be awarded to the top three times in each heat for the 5K race.
_Fun Run & Walk_ - Looking for something more low-key? We've got you! Our 1-mile Fun Run & Walk is perfect for all experience levels and ages for humans and dogs.
_ TAILgate After Party_ - Sits, stay, and snack! We'll have a winner's podium, music, food and drinks for both humans and pets, yard games, and lots of FUN! Have a drink on us, each registered runner over the age of 21 will receive one free drink ticket.
_Giveaways_ - each registered human participant will receive an event t-shirt, treats, Purple Leash Project swag, and so much more!
AWARDS
The first three winners in both male and female (humans and canines) 5K heats will receive awards! Winners will be presented after all races conclude at the TAILgate After Party.
COST
$35 - until September 20
$40 - September 21 to October 4
$45 - October 5 to October 11
_Advanced registration is required, onsite registration will NOT be available for this event. _
PACKET PICKUP
Packets will be available for picked up on race day, October 12. Please plan on arriving by 8:30AM.
Each human will receive a chipped bib, and each pooch will receive a bib for their leash! The athlete will be timed, but both human and dog will be listed in the results (ex. Brandon and Dash)!
PARTICIPATING DOGS: here are a few things you need to know before registering
All dogs must be at least 6 months old, up to date on all of their vaccination, and have a current rabies identification tag number
Only one dog allowed per runner, runner must be 16+ years old
All dogs entering the 5K and 1-mile should have prior experience running this distance with their owner
The person participating with the dog will be responsible for the conduct of the animal at ALL times during the event (parking lot, start line, course, finish line, and after party area)
All dogs must be on a leash of 6 ft. or less. Retractable/Adjustable leashes are NOT allowed
Spiked collars are NOT allowed
No matter where you are at the start line, on the course, or at the finish, you will be responsible for cleaning up any mess your pet leaves behind
Failure to comply with the rules listed above will result in expulsion from the event without refund
Nestl'e Purina PetCare Company will donate $5.00 to RedRover for each Purina Farms 5K Fun Run registration received on https://runsignup.com/ between 8/4/25-10/12/25. For more information on RedRover, visit https://redrover.org.
Dogs are welcome! No retractable leashes. Dogs must be up to date on vaccination, have a visible rabies ID tag, be well socialized and free of health concerns. Puppies must be at least 6 months old with age-appropriate vaccinations to attend. View our complete guidelines and visiting pet policy at purinafarms.com
Races
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5K Race (With Your Dog!)
Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 12th October 2025 (9:00AM CDT)
$38.96
OPENS 11 AUGThe competition is on! Humans, and their dogs, can sign up for our competitive 5K race (with chipped timing bibs) to see who will win top dog! Prizes will be awarded to the top three times in each heat for the 5K race. PARTICIPATING DOGS: here are a few things you need to know before registering All dogs must be at least 6 months old, up to date on all of their vaccination, and have a current rabies identification tag number Only one dog allowed per runner, runner must be 16+ years old All dogs entering the 5K and 1-mile should have prior experience running this distance with their owner The person participating with the dog will be responsible for the conduct of the animal at ALL times during the event (parking lot, start line, course, finish line, and after party area) All dogs must be on a leash of 6 ft. or less. Retractable/Adjustable leashes are NOT allowed Spiked collars are NOT allowed No matter where you are at the start line, on the course, or at the finish, you will be responsible for cleaning up any mess your pet leaves behind. Failure to comply with the rules listed above will result in expulsion from the event without refund. -
5K Race (Humans Only)
Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 12th October 2025 (9:00AM CDT)
$38.96
OPENS 11 AUGThe competition is on! Humans, and their dogs, can sign up for our competitive 5K race (with chipped timing bibs) to see who will win top dog! Prizes will be awarded to the top three times in each heat for the 5K race. -
1 Mile Fun Run & Walk (With Your Dog!)
Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 12th October 2025 (9:00AM CDT)
$38.96
OPENS 11 AUGLooking for something more low-key? We've got you! Our 1-mile Fun Run & Walk is perfect for all experience levels and ages for humans and dogs. PARTICIPATING DOGS: here are a few things you need to know before registering All dogs must be at least 6 months old, up to date on all of their vaccination, and have a current rabies identification tag number Only one dog allowed per runner, runner must be 16+ years old All dogs entering the 5K and 1-mile should have prior experience running this distance with their owner The person participating with the dog will be responsible for the conduct of the animal at ALL times during the event (parking lot, start line, course, finish line, and after party area) All dogs must be on a leash of 6 ft. or less. Retractable/Adjustable leashes are NOT allowed Spiked collars are NOT allowed No matter where you are at the start line, on the course, or at the finish, you will be responsible for cleaning up any mess your pet leaves behind. Failure to comply with the rules listed above will result in expulsion from the event without refund. -
1 Mile Fun Run & Walk (Humans Only)
Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 12th October 2025 (9:00AM CDT)
$38.96
OPENS 11 AUGLooking for something more low-key? We've got you! Our 1-mile Fun Run & Walk is perfect for all experience levels and ages for humans and dogs.
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