Run for the Animals 5K
- Date Sun 5th October 2025
- Time 9:30AM EDT
- Location Bloomington, Indiana
- Price $17.40 - $33.30
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 30th Annual Run for the Animals 5K on Sunday, October 5th, 2025, at Karst Farm Park in Bloomington, Monroe! This exciting timed 5K run/walk is not just a race; it’s a celebration of community and compassion, with all proceeds benefiting the Monroe County Humane Association. The day kicks off with packet pick-up and onsite registration at 8:00 AM, followed by the 5K Run/Walk starting at 9:30 AM. Participants can look forward to an awards ceremony at 10:30 AM and fun activities like a pet costume contest and the Fastest Peanut Butter Licker Contest!
This event is a fantastic opportunity to engage with fellow animal lovers while supporting vital programs such as accessible veterinary care, emergency pet food supplies, and therapy animal initiatives. Don't forget, for those bringing furry friends along, all dogs must be leashed and up to date on their rabies vaccinations. With various award categories for all ages and even a Top Canine 5K, this event promises fun for everyone! Come out and make a difference in the lives of pets and people in our community – we can’t wait to see you there!
This event is a fantastic opportunity to engage with fellow animal lovers while supporting vital programs such as accessible veterinary care, emergency pet food supplies, and therapy animal initiatives. Don't forget, for those bringing furry friends along, all dogs must be leashed and up to date on their rabies vaccinations. With various award categories for all ages and even a Top Canine 5K, this event promises fun for everyone! Come out and make a difference in the lives of pets and people in our community – we can’t wait to see you there!
Organiser's Description
PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE _30TH ANNUAL RUN FOR THE ANIMALS 5K_ ON SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5TH!
RUN FOR THE ANIMALS is a timed 5K run/walk at Karst Farm Park, with all of the proceeds benefiting the programs and services of the Monroe County Humane Association.
EVENT SCHEDULE:
8:00 AM: Packet Pick-up & Onsite Registration Opens
9:20 AM: Registration Closes
9:30 AM: 5K Run/Walk Begins
10:30 AM: 5K Run/Walk Awards Ceremony
11:00 AM: Pet Costume Contest, Fastest Peanut Butter Licker Contest, & Raffle Winners Announced
IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR CANINE PARTICIPANTS: As required by the state of Indiana, all dogs must be up to date on the rabies vaccination. All dogs must remain on a leash at all times during the event. For safety reasons, retractable leashes are not permittedonly standard, non-retractable leashes are allowed. Thank you for helping us ensure a safe and fun event for everyone!
5K AWARD CATEGORIES:
* Top 3 Overall Men's 5K
* Top 3 Overall Women's 5K
* Top 3 Youth (12 & under) Male 5K
* Top 3 Youth (12 & under) Female 5K
* Top 3 Male & Top 3 Female 13-17 years
* Top 3 Male & Top 3 Female 18-24 years
* Top 3 Male & Top 3 Female 25-29 years
* Top 3 Male & Top 3 Female 30-39 years
* Top 3 Male & Top 3 Female 40-49 years
* Top 3 Male & Top 3 Female 50-59 years
* Top 3 Male & Top 3 Female 60+ years
* Top Canine 5K
This event is so important to MCHA and our ability to provide the many programs and services that would otherwise not exist in our community. MCHA advocates for a more humane future for the pets in our community by being a provider of accessible veterinary care through our Nonprofit Veterinary Clinic, E. Susan Bartlett Crisis Housing Program, Emergency Pet Food & Supply Pantry, Therapy Animal Program, Street Outreach Program, and more. Many lives, human and animal alike, are touched by the work of MCHA. This is only possible thanks to the generous support of our community! MCHA is a private 501c3 non-profit that receives no funding from national organizations or tax dollars.
We anticipate welcoming hundreds of runners, walkers, and furry friends to this event! Dont miss this great opportunity to support animal welfare in our community!
RUN FOR THE ANIMALS is a timed 5K run/walk at Karst Farm Park, with all of the proceeds benefiting the programs and services of the Monroe County Humane Association.
EVENT SCHEDULE:
8:00 AM: Packet Pick-up & Onsite Registration Opens
9:20 AM: Registration Closes
9:30 AM: 5K Run/Walk Begins
10:30 AM: 5K Run/Walk Awards Ceremony
11:00 AM: Pet Costume Contest, Fastest Peanut Butter Licker Contest, & Raffle Winners Announced
IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR CANINE PARTICIPANTS: As required by the state of Indiana, all dogs must be up to date on the rabies vaccination. All dogs must remain on a leash at all times during the event. For safety reasons, retractable leashes are not permittedonly standard, non-retractable leashes are allowed. Thank you for helping us ensure a safe and fun event for everyone!
5K AWARD CATEGORIES:
* Top 3 Overall Men's 5K
* Top 3 Overall Women's 5K
* Top 3 Youth (12 & under) Male 5K
* Top 3 Youth (12 & under) Female 5K
* Top 3 Male & Top 3 Female 13-17 years
* Top 3 Male & Top 3 Female 18-24 years
* Top 3 Male & Top 3 Female 25-29 years
* Top 3 Male & Top 3 Female 30-39 years
* Top 3 Male & Top 3 Female 40-49 years
* Top 3 Male & Top 3 Female 50-59 years
* Top 3 Male & Top 3 Female 60+ years
* Top Canine 5K
This event is so important to MCHA and our ability to provide the many programs and services that would otherwise not exist in our community. MCHA advocates for a more humane future for the pets in our community by being a provider of accessible veterinary care through our Nonprofit Veterinary Clinic, E. Susan Bartlett Crisis Housing Program, Emergency Pet Food & Supply Pantry, Therapy Animal Program, Street Outreach Program, and more. Many lives, human and animal alike, are touched by the work of MCHA. This is only possible thanks to the generous support of our community! MCHA is a private 501c3 non-profit that receives no funding from national organizations or tax dollars.
We anticipate welcoming hundreds of runners, walkers, and furry friends to this event! Dont miss this great opportunity to support animal welfare in our community!
Races
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Adult Only 5K Run and Walk
Incl. $3.30 Fee & Official Event Shirt
Sun 5th October 2025 (9:30AM EDT)
$33.30
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Youth 5K Run and Walk (12 & Under)
Incl. $2.40 Fee & Official Event Shirt
Sun 5th October 2025 (9:30AM EDT)
$17.40
For safety reasons, all minors participating must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who is also registered and participating in the 5K.
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