The Mutt Strut
- Date Sat 10th October 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Swansboro, North Carolina
- Price $38.70 - $44.05
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us on Saturday, October 10th, 2026, for an exciting day of fun and fitness at The Mutt Strut in Swansboro, Onslow! This dog-friendly event will take place at the stunning Hammocks Beach State Park, offering participants the chance to take part in a spirited 5K run or a leisurely 1-mile fun run. Every step counts as you help support Misplaced Mutts, with all proceeds going towards finding forever homes for adorable mutts and funding a new spay/neuter/wellness clinic at Atlantic Beach.
Get ready to enjoy a day filled with quality time with your furry friends, exercise, and community spirit! Registration fees are $40 for the 5K and $35 for the untimed 1-mile fun run, and all participants will receive a stylish T-shirt. Those signing up for the 5K will also earn a participation medal! Don’t forget to register by September 21st to ensure you get your T-shirt. The event will feature awards for the top runners in various categories, including those who compete with their dogs. Lace-up your running shoes and join us for a tail-wagging good time while making a difference for our four-legged friends!
Get ready to enjoy a day filled with quality time with your furry friends, exercise, and community spirit! Registration fees are $40 for the 5K and $35 for the untimed 1-mile fun run, and all participants will receive a stylish T-shirt. Those signing up for the 5K will also earn a participation medal! Don’t forget to register by September 21st to ensure you get your T-shirt. The event will feature awards for the top runners in various categories, including those who compete with their dogs. Lace-up your running shoes and join us for a tail-wagging good time while making a difference for our four-legged friends!
Organiser's Description
EVERY STEP COUNTS, EVERY MUTT MATTERS!
Support MISPLACED MUTTS by joining us for a dog friendly 5k or fun run mile at the beautiful Hammocks Beach State Park! All proceeds go to support the Mutts looking for their forever homes, and the newly established Misplaced Mutts spay/neuter/wellness clinic at Atlantic Beach. Come on our to spend some quality time with your pup, get some fun exercise, and support adorable mutts!
REGISTRATION FEE:
* 5k - $40
* 1 Mile Fun Run(Untimed) - $35
GIVEAWAY:
* All participants will receive a T-shirt with registration. Participants registered for the 5K will also receive a participation medal! Register by SEPTEMBER 21 to guarantee your T-shirt.
AWARDS:
* Top 3 Male with dog
* Top 3 Female with dog
* Top 3 Male no dog
* Top 3 Female no dog
COURSE: The race will start at the trailhead near the Visitors Center and follow the trails along the blue route. Runners will then turn around and follow the yellow route back to the finish line, which will be at the same location as the starting point.
Support MISPLACED MUTTS by joining us for a dog friendly 5k or fun run mile at the beautiful Hammocks Beach State Park! All proceeds go to support the Mutts looking for their forever homes, and the newly established Misplaced Mutts spay/neuter/wellness clinic at Atlantic Beach. Come on our to spend some quality time with your pup, get some fun exercise, and support adorable mutts!
REGISTRATION FEE:
* 5k - $40
* 1 Mile Fun Run(Untimed) - $35
GIVEAWAY:
* All participants will receive a T-shirt with registration. Participants registered for the 5K will also receive a participation medal! Register by SEPTEMBER 21 to guarantee your T-shirt.
AWARDS:
* Top 3 Male with dog
* Top 3 Female with dog
* Top 3 Male no dog
* Top 3 Female no dog
COURSE: The race will start at the trailhead near the Visitors Center and follow the trails along the blue route. Runners will then turn around and follow the yellow route back to the finish line, which will be at the same location as the starting point.
Races
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5k With Dog
Incl. $4.05 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 10th October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$44.05
CLOSEDThis event is for participants running with a dog! -
5k Without Dog
Incl. $4.05 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 10th October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$44.05
CLOSEDThis event is for participants running without a dog! -
1 Mile Fun Run With Dog - Untimed
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 10th October 2026 (9:05AM EDT)
$38.70
CLOSEDThis event is for participants running with a dog and is untimed! -
1 Mile Fun Run Without Dog - Untimed
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 10th October 2026 (9:05AM EDT)
$38.70
CLOSEDThis event is for participants running without a dog and is untimed!
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1572 Hammocks Beach Rd, Swansboro, 28584, NC, United States
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