Valpo Fire: Helmet Hustle and Dalmatian Dash
- Date Sat 25th October 2025
- Time 10:00AM CDT
- Location Valparaiso, Indiana
- Price $15.00 - $35.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a fun-filled day at the Valpo Fire: Helmet Hustle and Dalmatian Dash on Saturday, October 25th, 2025, in Valparaiso, Indiana! Join us at Valparaiso Fire Station #2 for an exciting 5K run starting at 10:00 AM (CST) and a delightful 1 Mile Dog Walk kicking off just five minutes later at 10:05 AM (CST). Participants of all ages can lace up their running shoes or leash up their furry friends to enjoy a day of fitness, community, and support for a great cause.
Make sure to register online by 2 PM (CST) on October 24th and arrive early on race day for packet pick-up starting at 8:45 AM. With awards for top finishers in various age categories and fun prizes like dalmatian printed bandanas for all participating dogs, this event promises to be a highlight of the fall season. Plus, enjoy delicious food catered by Firehouse Subs post-race! Proceeds from this heartwarming event will benefit Supporting Heroes Inc. and the Valparaiso Fire Department Honor Guard, providing essential support to the families of first responders. Don’t miss out on this
Make sure to register online by 2 PM (CST) on October 24th and arrive early on race day for packet pick-up starting at 8:45 AM. With awards for top finishers in various age categories and fun prizes like dalmatian printed bandanas for all participating dogs, this event promises to be a highlight of the fall season. Plus, enjoy delicious food catered by Firehouse Subs post-race! Proceeds from this heartwarming event will benefit Supporting Heroes Inc. and the Valparaiso Fire Department Honor Guard, providing essential support to the families of first responders. Don’t miss out on this
Organiser's Description
Saturday, October 25th, 2025
10:00AM (CST) (5K Run) & 10:05AM (CST) (1 Mile Dog Walk)
VALPARAISO FIRE STATION #2
2605 CUMBERLAND DR
VALPARAISO, IN 46383
Register online until 2PM (CST) October 24th.
On site race day packet pick up begins Sunday, October 25th at 8:45AM
Awards presented to the top overall male and female and to the top male and female in each age group: 14 & under; 15-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70 & over.
*Computerized Timing provided by Tempo Run Timing.
A water station will be located on the course.
*After run/walk food catered by Firehouse Subs! *
* Dalmatian printed bandanas given to each dog! *
Fire Trucks and Ambulances available for tours!
No strollers, bicycles, in-line skates, or scooters allowed. Handicap equipment is permitted.
For the 5K, children 12 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Shirts are guaranteed to all preregistered runners and walkers before 10/12/25. On and after this date, supplies are limited.
PRICING INFORMATION:
* 5K Run: Early Registration: $35
* Race Day Registration: $40, ends 9:30am
* Dog Walk Early Registration (13+): $15
* Dog Walk Race Day Reg. (13+): $20
* Dog Walk Ages 3-12: $5
* Dog Walk Ages 2 and under: Free
* Choose the No Shirt option to save $5 through 10/11/25.
* Extra Shirts (sizes Youth Medium to Adult 2XL) may be added to either event through 10/11/25. $5 for youth sizes and $10 for adult sizes.
* See Referral Program section on how to save more money.
By participating in the Dog Walk, each owner agrees to the following:
* The dog handler must be 16 years of age or older.
* All children must be accompanied by parent or guardian.
* All dogs must be current on vaccines.
* Valpo Fire reserves the right to prohibit participation of any dog displaying aggressive behavior towards people or other dogs.
* Participants must clean up after their dogs.
Proceeds to benefit Supporting Heroes Inc., Local 1124 fundraising account, and the Valparaiso Fire Department Honor Guard. Supporting Heroes assists the families of first responders in a tri-state area (Indiana, Kentucky, and Missouri) that lost their lives in the line of duty. They support them both financially and emotionally. For more information on Supporting Heroes, follow the link: https://www.supportingheroes.org/ [https://www.supportingheroes.org/about/how_we_serve/]
10:00AM (CST) (5K Run) & 10:05AM (CST) (1 Mile Dog Walk)
VALPARAISO FIRE STATION #2
2605 CUMBERLAND DR
VALPARAISO, IN 46383
Register online until 2PM (CST) October 24th.
On site race day packet pick up begins Sunday, October 25th at 8:45AM
Awards presented to the top overall male and female and to the top male and female in each age group: 14 & under; 15-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70 & over.
*Computerized Timing provided by Tempo Run Timing.
A water station will be located on the course.
*After run/walk food catered by Firehouse Subs! *
* Dalmatian printed bandanas given to each dog! *
Fire Trucks and Ambulances available for tours!
No strollers, bicycles, in-line skates, or scooters allowed. Handicap equipment is permitted.
For the 5K, children 12 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Shirts are guaranteed to all preregistered runners and walkers before 10/12/25. On and after this date, supplies are limited.
PRICING INFORMATION:
* 5K Run: Early Registration: $35
* Race Day Registration: $40, ends 9:30am
* Dog Walk Early Registration (13+): $15
* Dog Walk Race Day Reg. (13+): $20
* Dog Walk Ages 3-12: $5
* Dog Walk Ages 2 and under: Free
* Choose the No Shirt option to save $5 through 10/11/25.
* Extra Shirts (sizes Youth Medium to Adult 2XL) may be added to either event through 10/11/25. $5 for youth sizes and $10 for adult sizes.
* See Referral Program section on how to save more money.
By participating in the Dog Walk, each owner agrees to the following:
* The dog handler must be 16 years of age or older.
* All children must be accompanied by parent or guardian.
* All dogs must be current on vaccines.
* Valpo Fire reserves the right to prohibit participation of any dog displaying aggressive behavior towards people or other dogs.
* Participants must clean up after their dogs.
Proceeds to benefit Supporting Heroes Inc., Local 1124 fundraising account, and the Valparaiso Fire Department Honor Guard. Supporting Heroes assists the families of first responders in a tri-state area (Indiana, Kentucky, and Missouri) that lost their lives in the line of duty. They support them both financially and emotionally. For more information on Supporting Heroes, follow the link: https://www.supportingheroes.org/ [https://www.supportingheroes.org/about/how_we_serve/]
Races
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Valpo Fire 5k
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 25th October 2025 (10:00AM CDT)
$35.00
All children 12 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. -
Valpo Fire Dog Walk
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 25th October 2025 (10:05AM CDT)
$15.00
By participating in the Dog Walk, each owner agrees to the following: - The dog handler must be 16 years of age or older. - All children (12 and under) must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. - All dogs must be current on vaccines. - Valpo Fire reserves the right to prohibit participation of any dog displaying aggressive behavior towards people or other dogs. - Participants must clean up after their dogs.
Valpo Fire: Helmet Hustle and Dalmatian Dash
