Run Like an Animal 5K and 1 Mile Walk
- Date Sun 21st June 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Hermitage, Pennsylvania
- Price $27.75 - $33.05
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to unleash your inner animal at the Run Like an Animal 5K and 1 Mile Walk on Sunday, June 21, 2026, in Hermitage, Mercer! This exciting event not only offers a chance to compete in a thrilling race but also celebrates our furry friends with awards for pets alongside runners. The race kicks off at 9 AM, and participants can enjoy a fun-filled atmosphere complete with music from DJ Jeff Dunn and delicious refreshments, including fruit salad and cookies.
Whether you're running the 5K or taking a leisurely stroll in the 1 Mile Walk, there are plenty of incentives to join in the fun! Participants will receive socks for race day entries, and virtual runners will be rewarded with a special finisher medal. Awards will be given to the top male and female runners in each age group, with a $50 prize for the overall winners. Plus, every pet will receive a finisher award dog treat! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support a local animal shelter while enjoying a day of fitness and community spirit. Register today and be part of the 5th race in the Miles of Smiles series!
Whether you're running the 5K or taking a leisurely stroll in the 1 Mile Walk, there are plenty of incentives to join in the fun! Participants will receive socks for race day entries, and virtual runners will be rewarded with a special finisher medal. Awards will be given to the top male and female runners in each age group, with a $50 prize for the overall winners. Plus, every pet will receive a finisher award dog treat! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support a local animal shelter while enjoying a day of fitness and community spirit. Register today and be part of the 5th race in the Miles of Smiles series!
Organiser's Description
Registration is at the back parking lot of Linden Pointe. THERE WILL BE A PORTA JOHN NEAR REGISTRATION AND HALFWAY THRU THE COURSE.
Race starts at 9 am
Out of shirts !! Will be giving socks away for race day entries
5th race of the Miles of Smiles race series
AWARDS: There will be awards for your pets as well as awards for the runners. Each pet will get a finisher award dog treat !! TOP 1 in each age group Male & female will get a special trophy award !! Other awards also for the runners for 2nd and 3rd place in age groups. $50 Prize money to the top 1 Overall male and female !! Age groups are as follows for 2026: Female 1-13,14-19,20-29,30-34,35-39,40-44,45-49,50-59,60-64,65-69,70-79,80+ Male 1-19,20-29,30-39,40-49,50-59,60-69,70+
The virtual runners will receive a Run Like an Animal finisher medal as an incentive for signing up. The medal and the entry gift like the shirt will be mailed to you !!
We will provide water and food at the race. Fruit salad, cookies !!
Proceeds benefits a local animal shelter.which is very well needed.
Chip timing results so you can leave quick if wanted.We post results immediately while the race is going on and you can get your award then also.
DJ Jeff Dunn will provide music and will do the national anthem.
Race starts at 9 am
Out of shirts !! Will be giving socks away for race day entries
5th race of the Miles of Smiles race series
AWARDS: There will be awards for your pets as well as awards for the runners. Each pet will get a finisher award dog treat !! TOP 1 in each age group Male & female will get a special trophy award !! Other awards also for the runners for 2nd and 3rd place in age groups. $50 Prize money to the top 1 Overall male and female !! Age groups are as follows for 2026: Female 1-13,14-19,20-29,30-34,35-39,40-44,45-49,50-59,60-64,65-69,70-79,80+ Male 1-19,20-29,30-39,40-49,50-59,60-69,70+
The virtual runners will receive a Run Like an Animal finisher medal as an incentive for signing up. The medal and the entry gift like the shirt will be mailed to you !!
We will provide water and food at the race. Fruit salad, cookies !!
Proceeds benefits a local animal shelter.which is very well needed.
Chip timing results so you can leave quick if wanted.We post results immediately while the race is going on and you can get your award then also.
DJ Jeff Dunn will provide music and will do the national anthem.
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.05 Fee & T-Shirt or Socks
Sun 21st June 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$33.05
CLOSEDAwards -
1 Mile Walk
Incl. $2.75 Fee & T-Shirt or Mug
Sun 21st June 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$27.75
CLOSEDNo awards except for dogs. -
5k Virtual
Incl. $3.05 Fee & T-Shirt
$33.05
CLOSEDFor people that can't make the race
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3182 Innovation Way, Hermitage, 16148, PA, United States
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