Run for a Pawpose
Saturday, May 17, 2025
Past event
7:00 PM EDT
Cumming, Georgia
$13.00–$44.00 · 5 races
1km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting evening at the inaugural Run for a Pawpose event on Saturday, May 17, 2025, in Cumming, Forsyth! This lively occasion will feature a 5K race for both humans and dogs, a Kids Fun Run for ages 10 and under, and a special Doggie Run. Starting at 7:00 PM for the 5K and 8:00 PM for the Kids Fun Run, participants of all ages and their furry friends are invited to join in the fun while supporting a great cause.
The event benefits the Forsyth County Jail's Pups with Purpose training program, promoting a positive impact in the community. All registered dogs will receive a custom race bandana, while human participants will be awarded a race t-shirt and a finisher medal. Remember, registration is essential, especially for dogs, so be sure to secure your spot early to enjoy discounts and guarantee your race gear! Join us under the stars for a night of fitness, fun, and furry friends at North Forsyth High School, located at 3635 Coal Mountain Drive, Cumming, GA 30028. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a great race!
The event benefits the Forsyth County Jail's Pups with Purpose training program, promoting a positive impact in the community. All registered dogs will receive a custom race bandana, while human participants will be awarded a race t-shirt and a finisher medal. Remember, registration is essential, especially for dogs, so be sure to secure your spot early to enjoy discounts and guarantee your race gear! Join us under the stars for a night of fitness, fun, and furry friends at North Forsyth High School, located at 3635 Coal Mountain Drive, Cumming, GA 30028. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a great race!
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Races
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5k (Humans)
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed7:00 PM EDT
$44.00
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Doggie 5k (Register Your Dog Here)
Incl. $3.00 Fee & Doggie Bandana
Proof of up-to-date rabies vaccine is required for all dogs participating in the event. All dogs in attendance must register in advance and proof of the dog's rabies vaccination must be submitted online.
Entries closed7:00 PM EDT
$13.00
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Fun Run (Humans)
Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed8:00 PM EDT
$23.00
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Virtual 5k (Humans)
VirtualIncl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed7:00 PM EDT
$38.50
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Virtual Doggie 5k (Register Your Dog Here)
VirtualIncl. $3.00 Fee & Doggie Bandana
Entries closed7:00 PM EDT
$13.00
Organiser's description
JOIN US FOR THE INAUGURAL RUN FOR A PAWPOSE 5K, KIDS FUN RUN (AGES 10 & UNDER), AND DOGGIE RUN, WHICH WILL TAKE PLACE ON THE EVENING OF SATURDAY, MAY 17TH. THE RUN FOR A PAWPOSE EVENT, PRESENTED BY THE FORSYTH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE, WILL BENEFIT THE FORSYTH COUNTY JAIL'S PUPS WITH PURPOSE https://www.forsythpupswithpurpose.com TRAINING PROGRAM.
This event is open to walkers and runners of all ages, as well as dogs. ALL DOGS IN ATTENDANCE MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE AND PROOF OF THE DOG'S RABIES VACCINATION MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE. Registered dogs will receive a custom race doggie bandana. Human 5K and Fun Run race participants will receive a race t-shirt and a finisher medal. No dogs will be permitted to participate in the Kids Fun Run.
RACE LOCATION & PARKING
NORTH FORSYTH HIGH SCHOOL https://www.google.com/maps/place/North+Forsyth+High+School/@34.2772822,-84.1064409,948m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x88f586075df565c7:0xb9d092bc1eeb6e2!8m2!3d34.2772822!4d-84.1064409!16s%2Fm%2F02809k4?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDMwOC4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D
3635 COAL MOUNTAIN DRIVE
CUMMING, GA 30028
RACE START TIMES
5K (FOR HUMANS AND DOGS): 7:00 PM
KIDS FUN RUN (NO DOGS): 8:00 PM
REGISTRATION
* Registration will be available online (if not sold out) through race day.
* Register early to take advantage of discounts and guarantee your shirt and finisher medal!*
*PARTICIPANTS ARE GUARANTEED TO RECEIVE A SHIRT/DOGGIE BANDANA IF REGISTERED BY MAY 11, 2025 AT 11:59 PM
*HUMAN PARTICIPANTS ARE GUARANTEED A FINISHER MEDAL IF REGISTERED BY MAY 1, 2025 AT 11:59 PM
PACKET PICKUP
AT BIG PEACH RUNNING CO. - CUMMING (5485 Bethelview Road, Suite 430, Cumming, GA 30040 https://www.google.com/maps/place/Big+Peach+Running+Co.+-+Cumming/@34.174673,-84.1859495,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0x4f955d60fd701ccf?sa=X&ved=1t:2428&ictx=111)
* Friday, May 16th from 12 PM to 5 PM
AT THE RACE LOCATION UNDER THE BIG PEACH TENT
* Race evening (Saturday, May 17th) from 5:30 PM until 10 minutes before the event start time
Packets for VIRTUAL PARTICIPANTS not picked up in-store will be mailed after May 19th.
Please note that we will not be exchanging t-shirt sizes at packet pickup. If we have extras after the race, you may go to the packet pickup tent following the race to see if your size is available for exchange.
Packets for in-person participants not picked up during packet pickup will be donated.
AWARDS
* Overall male/female
* Overall masters male/female
* 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place age group awards in 5-year increments
All donations will support the Forsyth County Jail's Pups with Purpose https://www.forsythpupswithpurpose.com training program.
EVENTS WILL BE HELD RAIN OR SHINE
RACE OFFICIALS MAY CANCEL, DELAY, OR CHANGE THE EVENT IF THE EVENT IS CONSIDERED NOT SAFE FOR THE PUBLIC.
***Please check back for updates regarding this event as details are subject to change***
UPCOMING RACES/EVENTS: Click HERE https://linktr.ee/bigpeach_cmg_dvl to view information about our upcoming events and races
This event is open to walkers and runners of all ages, as well as dogs. ALL DOGS IN ATTENDANCE MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE AND PROOF OF THE DOG'S RABIES VACCINATION MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE. Registered dogs will receive a custom race doggie bandana. Human 5K and Fun Run race participants will receive a race t-shirt and a finisher medal. No dogs will be permitted to participate in the Kids Fun Run.
RACE LOCATION & PARKING
NORTH FORSYTH HIGH SCHOOL https://www.google.com/maps/place/North+Forsyth+High+School/@34.2772822,-84.1064409,948m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x88f586075df565c7:0xb9d092bc1eeb6e2!8m2!3d34.2772822!4d-84.1064409!16s%2Fm%2F02809k4?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDMwOC4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D
3635 COAL MOUNTAIN DRIVE
CUMMING, GA 30028
RACE START TIMES
5K (FOR HUMANS AND DOGS): 7:00 PM
KIDS FUN RUN (NO DOGS): 8:00 PM
REGISTRATION
* Registration will be available online (if not sold out) through race day.
* Register early to take advantage of discounts and guarantee your shirt and finisher medal!*
*PARTICIPANTS ARE GUARANTEED TO RECEIVE A SHIRT/DOGGIE BANDANA IF REGISTERED BY MAY 11, 2025 AT 11:59 PM
*HUMAN PARTICIPANTS ARE GUARANTEED A FINISHER MEDAL IF REGISTERED BY MAY 1, 2025 AT 11:59 PM
PACKET PICKUP
AT BIG PEACH RUNNING CO. - CUMMING (5485 Bethelview Road, Suite 430, Cumming, GA 30040 https://www.google.com/maps/place/Big+Peach+Running+Co.+-+Cumming/@34.174673,-84.1859495,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0x4f955d60fd701ccf?sa=X&ved=1t:2428&ictx=111)
* Friday, May 16th from 12 PM to 5 PM
AT THE RACE LOCATION UNDER THE BIG PEACH TENT
* Race evening (Saturday, May 17th) from 5:30 PM until 10 minutes before the event start time
Packets for VIRTUAL PARTICIPANTS not picked up in-store will be mailed after May 19th.
Please note that we will not be exchanging t-shirt sizes at packet pickup. If we have extras after the race, you may go to the packet pickup tent following the race to see if your size is available for exchange.
Packets for in-person participants not picked up during packet pickup will be donated.
AWARDS
* Overall male/female
* Overall masters male/female
* 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place age group awards in 5-year increments
All donations will support the Forsyth County Jail's Pups with Purpose https://www.forsythpupswithpurpose.com training program.
EVENTS WILL BE HELD RAIN OR SHINE
RACE OFFICIALS MAY CANCEL, DELAY, OR CHANGE THE EVENT IF THE EVENT IS CONSIDERED NOT SAFE FOR THE PUBLIC.
***Please check back for updates regarding this event as details are subject to change***
UPCOMING RACES/EVENTS: Click HERE https://linktr.ee/bigpeach_cmg_dvl to view information about our upcoming events and races
Location
North Forsyth High School, 3635 Coal Mountain Drive, Cumming, 30028, GA, United States
Run for a Pawpose
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