Veg Cares 5k

Saturday, October 21, 2023 Past event

10:00 AM EDT

Purchase, New York

$20.00–$30.00 · 3 races

Event summary

Get ready for a pawsitively delightful day at the VEG CARES 5K on Saturday, October 21st, 2023, in Purchase, Westchester! This fun-filled event invites families to join in for a spirited 5K run or walk while supporting a fabulous furry cause. Set against the beautiful backdrop of Manhattanville College, participants of all ages—and their furry friends—are encouraged to lace up their sneakers for a day of exercise and community spirit.

After crossing the finish line, enjoy a delicious lunch and partake in a variety of kid and pet-friendly activities, making it a perfect outing for everyone. Registration for the 5K includes lunch and other goodies, with proceeds going directly to VEG CARES. Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to make a difference while having a blast with your loved ones and pets!

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Races

VEG Cares 5k Timed Race - RAINED OUT

Registration begins at 9:00am* Timed 5K begins at 9:15am Information: When arriving please follow signs for parking and registration Food, activities, and games to follow 5K Bathrooms provided

9:15 AM EDT

$30.00

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RAINED OUT- VEG Cares 5k Fun Run/Family Walk

Information: When arriving please follow signs for parking and registration Food, activities, and games to follow 5K Bathrooms provided Pets must be fully vaccinated and leased on the campus Walk route is stroller friendly

10:00 AM EDT

$30.00

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VEG Cares 5k VIRTUAL Race
Virtual

5K to be completed on your own and submitted via website. Runners have from October 14th through the day of the race, October 21st.

10:00 AM EDT

$20.00

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Organiser's description

A FUN-FILLED 5K FOR A FABULOUS FURRY CAUSE!

Join VETERINARY EMERGENCY GROUP (VEG) for a morning of family-friendly fun at our VEG CARES 5K. All furry friends welcome and encouraged! Enjoy a beautiful fall morning walking, running, or scurrying around Manhattanville College. When you finish, join us for lunch and enjoy some kid & pet friendly activities. Registration costs includes lunch and other goodies. All 5K registration proceeds go directly to VEG CARES! NOTE: REGISTRATION AND DONATIONS MADE THROUGH GIVESIGNUP.COM ARE NOT TAX DEDUCTIBLE.

Registration for minors (17 and under) is $5.00 and furry family members are free.

Discount code available for frontline VEGgies.

DONATIONS ARE DEEPLY APPRECIATED! THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

If you wish to support VEG Cares with a tax-deductible donation, you may do so by visiting

HTTPS://VEG.COM/VEG-CARES/