Running With Giants: Leashes and Laces

  • Date Mon 20th April 2026 - Sun 24th May 2026
  • Location Virtual Event
  • Price $27.50
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances Half Marathon

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for an inspiring cause at the Running With Giants: Leashes and Laces virtual half marathon! From April 20 to May 24, 2026, participants from all over will have the opportunity to complete a 13.1-mile distance at their own pace, in their own communities. This uplifting event, taking place in Bullard, Smith, is designed for runners of all levels, whether you're aiming for a personal best or enjoying a leisurely run with your furry companion.

Every mile you conquer goes towards supporting Great Danes in need, making a real impact on their lives. With a flexible race window, you can log your miles whenever it suits you, and celebrate your achievements along the way. Participants will receive a digital race bib and finisher certificate, with optional medals and merchandise available to showcase your commitment. Join a community of passionate runners and Great Dane supporters, and help bring love and care to these gentle giants. Don’t miss this chance to run with purpose and make a differenceβ€”register today!

Organiser's Description

RUNNING WITH GIANTS: LEASHES & LACES
_A Virtual Half Marathon for Great Danes_

Big strides. Big hearts. Big impact.

Join us for Running With Giants: Leashes & Laces, a virtual half marathon created for runners who want to go the distancewhile making a real difference for Great Danes in need.

Taking place late April through early May, this event challenges participants to complete 13.1 miles on their own schedule, in their own community, and at their own pace. Whether youre chasing a personal record, checking off your first-ever half marathon, or running alongside your favorite four-legged training partner, every mile supports rescue, care, and second chances for gentle giants.

This race is about commitment, purpose, and showing upone step at a time. Youll have the full race window to log your miles, build momentum, and cross your finish line knowing your effort directly helps Danes on their journey to forever homes.

Lace up your shoes, grab the leash if youve got a canine co-pilot, and get ready to run with giantsboth on the road and in heart.


HOW IT WORKS
Register Online
Sign up, receive your digital race materials, and officially commit to 13.1 miles for Danes.

RUN YOUR RACE
Complete your half marathon anytime during the event window. Run it all at once or break it upyour race, your rules.

TRACK & LOG YOUR MILES
Use your favorite fitness app, watch, or manual entry to log your progress on our website and celebrate each milestone along the way.

Whether this is your first half marathon or one of many, Running With Giants: Leashes & Laces is about pushing forward with purpose and finishing strongfor yourself and for the Danes who need us most.


WHATS INCLUDED
_All participants receive:_

Digital race bib
Finisher certificate upon completion (via your RunSignUp portal)
Access to our online community of runners and Great Dane supporters
(Optional finisher medals and merch available)

REGISTRATION

Early Bird (through April 13th): $25

Standard Registration (April 27thMay 24th): $30



RUN STORE!!

We have some awesome merch available for this too! Show off your support by sporting our commemorative T-shirt or Medal.

Running With Giants: Lace & Leashes Medal: +$25

Running With Giants: Lace & Leashes T-shirt: +$34

Bundle (Medal + Shirt): +$54



PRIZES!

Feeling a little competitive and want to win something? Weve got prizes for that too! First to finish a half marathon, most days active, and the highest total miles logged all take home bragging rights (and rewards). Each winner will receive a commemorative T-shirt with their respective title as well as one of the following prizes!

-A stained glass Great Dane night light

-A crocheted Great Dane plushie

-A pair of custom print socks


SPARKLES WHY WE RUN
Great Danes may be known as gentle giants, but far too many find themselves without the care, safety, and love they deserve. Proceeds from this race directly support rescue efforts, medical care, and the journey to forever homes.

When you run this race, youre not just logging miles_youre helping change lives_.

Races

  • Running With Giants: Leashes and Laces

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & Leashes and Laces Sticker

    $27.50

    OPENS 13 APR

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