Valpo Fire: Helmet Hustle and Dalmatian Dash
- Date Sat 25th October 2025
- Time 10:00AM CDT
- Location Valparaiso, Indiana
- Price $15.00 - $30.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the Valpo Fire: Helmet Hustle and Dalmatian Dash on Saturday, October 25th, 2025, in Valparaiso, Indiana! This vibrant community event kicks off at 10:00 AM (CST) with a thrilling 5K run, followed closely by a 1-mile dog walk starting at 10:05 AM. Participants will gather at Valparaiso Fire Station #2, located at 2605 Cumberland Drive.
Join us for a fantastic day filled with activities, including awards for the top male and female finishers in various age groups, and enjoy a catered meal after the races. Don't forget the special touch for our furry friends—a Dalmatian printed bandana for each dog! With computerized timing provided by Tempo Run Timing and a supportive atmosphere, this event is perfect for runners and walkers of all ages. Proceeds will benefit Supporting Heroes Inc., assisting families of first responders. Register online until October 24th, and get ready to make wonderful memories while supporting a great cause!
Join us for a fantastic day filled with activities, including awards for the top male and female finishers in various age groups, and enjoy a catered meal after the races. Don't forget the special touch for our furry friends—a Dalmatian printed bandana for each dog! With computerized timing provided by Tempo Run Timing and a supportive atmosphere, this event is perfect for runners and walkers of all ages. Proceeds will benefit Supporting Heroes Inc., assisting families of first responders. Register online until October 24th, and get ready to make wonderful memories while supporting a great cause!
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 *TBD*
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: $25
* 5K Run: Student Runners: $20
* Race Day Registration: $35, ends 9:25am
* 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 *TBD*
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: $25
* 5K Run: Student Runners: $20
* Race Day Registration: $35, ends 9:25am
* 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 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 5k
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 25th October 2025 (10:00AM CDT)
$30.00
All children 12 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Valpo Fire: Helmet Hustle and Dalmatian Dash
