Valpo Police K-9 Unit 5K9 Run & 1 Mile Dog Walk

  • Date Fri 15th May 2026
  • Time 6:00PM CDT
  • Location Valparaiso, Indiana
  • Price $27.50 - $32.80
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Join us for the exciting Valpo Police K-9 Unit 5K9 Run & 1 Mile Dog Walk on Friday, May 15, 2026, at Central Park Plaza in Valparaiso, Indiana! This lively event kicks off at 6:00 PM with a thrilling 5K run, followed by a fun 1-mile dog walk at 6:15 PM. Runners and walkers of all ages are welcome to participate, making it the perfect outing for families and dog lovers alike.

Participants can look forward to an unforgettable experience, complete with moisture-wicking shirts for all preregistered attendees and a chance to win awards in various categories, including overall male and female winners, masters, and age group divisions. The 5K course features moderate hills and will be expertly timed, ensuring a smooth and competitive atmosphere. With early packet pick-up available and on-site registration on race day, it's easy to join in the fun! Don't miss out on this fantastic community eventβ€”register today and be part of a memorable evening in Valparaiso!

Organiser's Description

Friday, May 15, 2026
Central Park Plaza
(Valparaiso, IN)

6:00PM (5K Run)
6:15PM (1 Mile Dog Walk)

Moisture Wicking Shirts are guaranteed to all preregistered runners and walkers before 5/04/26.

Awards:

Overall Male/Female, Overall Masters ( >= 40 yr) Male/Female, Top 3 Male/Female in the following age groups: 0-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-80, 80+
Athena (Female >= 170 lb), Clydesdale (Male >= 210 lb)

Computerized Timing provided by T&H Timing. Split times at every mile and water stations on the course.
No strollers, bicycles, in-line skates, or scooters allowed. Handicap equipment is permitted.

The 5K run is a road course with moderate hills.

Register on-line at www.Runsignup.com until 8AM on May 15th.

5K Run (all ages) or 1 Mile Walk Ages 13 & Over $30
Children 12 & Under $25 (1 Mile Walk Only)

All mail-in registrations must be postmarked before May 1, 2026
Race Day Registration is $35 Run & Walk

Early packet pick-up will be avalible on Wednesday and Thursday from 10AM-6PM at the Extra Mile Fitness Co. 3400 Calumet Ave, Valparaiso, IN

On-site packet pick-up starts at 4:30PM on Friday.

Races

  • Valpo Police K-9 Unit 5K-9 Run, Guardians of the Night

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Fri 15th May 2026 (6:00PM CDT)

    $32.80

    Friday, May 15, 2026 Central Park Plaza (Valparaiso, IN) 6:00PM (5K Run) 6:15PM (1 Mile Dog Walk) Moisture Wicking Shirts are guaranteed to all preregistered runners and walkers before 5/04/26. Awards: Overall Male/Female, Overall Masters ( >= 40 yr) Male/Female, Top 3 Male/Female in the following age groups: 0-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-80, 80+ Athena (Female >= 170 lb), Clydesdale (Male >= 210 lb) Computerized Timing provided by T&H Timing. Split times at every mile and water stations on the course. No strollers, bicycles, in-line skates, or scooters allowed. Handicap equipment is permitted. The 5K run is a road course with moderate hills. Register on-line at www.Runsignup.com until 8AM on May 15th. 5K Run (all ages) or 1 Mile Walk Ages 13 & Over $30 Children 12 & Under $25 (1 Mile Walk Only) All mail-in registrations must be postmarked before May 1, 2026 Race Day Registration is $35 Run & Walk Early packet pick-up will be avalible on Wednesday and Thursday from 10AM-6PM at the Extra Mile Fitness Co. 3400 Calumet Ave, Valparaiso, IN On-site packet pick-up starts at 4:30PM on Friday.
  • 1 Mile Dog Walk

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Fri 15th May 2026 (6:15PM CDT)

    $27.50

    Friday, May 15, 2026 Central Park Plaza (Valparaiso, IN) 6:00PM (5K Run) 6:15PM (1 Mile Dog Walk) Moisture Wicking Shirts are guaranteed to all preregistered runners and walkers before 5/04/26. Awards: Overall Male/Female, Overall Masters ( >= 40 yr) Male/Female, Top 3 Male/Female in the following age groups: 0-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-80, 80+ Athena (Female >= 170 lb), Clydesdale (Male >= 210 lb) Computerized Timing provided by T&H Timing. Split times at every mile and water stations on the course. No strollers, bicycles, in-line skates, or scooters allowed. Handicap equipment is permitted. The 5K run is a road course with moderate hills. Register on-line at www.Runsignup.com until 8AM on May 15th. 5K Run (all ages) or 1 Mile Walk Ages 13 & Over $30 Children 12 & Under $25 (1 Mile Walk Only) All mail-in registrations must be postmarked before May 1, 2026 Race Day Registration is $35 Run & Walk Early packet pick-up will be avalible on Wednesday and Thursday from 10AM-6PM at the Extra Mile Fitness Co. 3400 Calumet Ave, Valparaiso, IN On-site packet pick-up starts at 4:30PM on Friday.

Reviews

Done this event?

First-hand event reviews from people who have been there, done that and got the breathable T-shirt, really help everyone choose their next event.

Add a review

Location

Central Park Plaza, 63 Lafayette Street, Valparaiso, 46383, IN, United States

Who's In

See who else is doing this event

Be the first

No-one has marked this event as 'Doing' or 'Maybe' yet. Will you be the first?

More from findarace.com

You might like

May 15, 2026

$27.50 - $32.80