Whisker Run 5K and 1 Mile Dog Walk
- Date Fri 22nd August 2025
- Time 6:15PM EST
- Location Valparaiso, Indiana
- Price $10.00 - $30.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for an exciting and heartwarming experience at the Whisker Run 5K and 1 Mile Dog Walk on Friday, August 22, 2025, in Valparaiso, Porter! This fun-filled event is the eighth in the Race the Region Racing Series and promises a wonderful time for both runners and their furry friends. The 5K run kicks off at 6:15 PM, followed by the 1 Mile Dog Walk at 6:20 PM. Participants can look forward to awards, delicious food, and live music by John Arredondo starting at 7:15 PM, so bring your own beverage and lawn chair to relax and enjoy the post-race festivities!
Not only will you have a chance to compete for overall and age group awards, but a portion of the proceeds will also benefit the Hobart Humane Society, making this event even more special. With custom finishers awards, chip timing, and live results, the Whisker Run is designed to provide a memorable racing experience for everyone involved. Don't miss this opportunity to have fun, support a great cause, and share a day filled with joy and camaraderie with fellow runners and dog lovers! Make sure to register online to secure your spot and
Not only will you have a chance to compete for overall and age group awards, but a portion of the proceeds will also benefit the Hobart Humane Society, making this event even more special. With custom finishers awards, chip timing, and live results, the Whisker Run is designed to provide a memorable racing experience for everyone involved. Don't miss this opportunity to have fun, support a great cause, and share a day filled with joy and camaraderie with fellow runners and dog lovers! Make sure to register online to secure your spot and
Organiser's Description
This is event #8 in the Race the Region Racing Series. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE RACE THE REGION SERIES [https://runsignup.com/MemberOrg/RaceTheRegion].
6:15 - 5K Run Starts
6:20 - 1 Mile Dog Walk Starts
7:15 - Awards, Food and Music by John Arredondo
Bring your own beverage and lawn chair for the post race event as we relax and enjoy some music from John Arredondo
A portion of the proceeds benefit the Hobart Humane Society
Overall & Age Group Awards Top Overall Male & Top Overall Female, Top Masters Male & Top Masters Female, Top 3 Male and Female in the following age groups: 10 & under, 11-12, 13-14,15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 and up
Registration and packet pick up:
ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER ONLINE. ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL REMAIN OPEN ON RACE DAY UNTIL 6:10 PM.
Pre-Race Packet Pick Up will be available Wednesday, August 20 and Thursday, August 21nd from 10AM-6PM, and Friday, August 22rd from 10 AM to 4 PM at the Extra Mile Fitness Company, 3400 Calumet Ave. , Valparaiso, Indiana 46383.
Onsite packet pick up will be available on race day beginning at 5PM
Race starts at 6:15PM Participants must start before 6:20PM. Anyone starting after 6:20PM will be assigned a the gun time for thier start and will be subjet to disqualification.
"BECAUSE YOUR TRAINING DESERVES A GREAT RACING EXPERIENCE race features include:
Custom Finishers Award
Timing mats at the Starting Line and Chip Timing for Finish Results
Live results via text and email messaging
All turns will have directional signs
No processing fee for online signup
Race Premium sizes are guaranteed to those registered by August 12th.
Overall and Age Group Awards may be claimed within 14 days following the event at The Extra Mile Fitness Co., 3400 Calumet, Valparaiso, IN 46383. After 14 days all unclaimed awards will be donated or recycled. Participants that do not pick up their race shirt on or before race day are not guaranteed a shirt.
6:15 - 5K Run Starts
6:20 - 1 Mile Dog Walk Starts
7:15 - Awards, Food and Music by John Arredondo
Bring your own beverage and lawn chair for the post race event as we relax and enjoy some music from John Arredondo
A portion of the proceeds benefit the Hobart Humane Society
Overall & Age Group Awards Top Overall Male & Top Overall Female, Top Masters Male & Top Masters Female, Top 3 Male and Female in the following age groups: 10 & under, 11-12, 13-14,15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 and up
Registration and packet pick up:
ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER ONLINE. ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL REMAIN OPEN ON RACE DAY UNTIL 6:10 PM.
Pre-Race Packet Pick Up will be available Wednesday, August 20 and Thursday, August 21nd from 10AM-6PM, and Friday, August 22rd from 10 AM to 4 PM at the Extra Mile Fitness Company, 3400 Calumet Ave. , Valparaiso, Indiana 46383.
Onsite packet pick up will be available on race day beginning at 5PM
Race starts at 6:15PM Participants must start before 6:20PM. Anyone starting after 6:20PM will be assigned a the gun time for thier start and will be subjet to disqualification.
"BECAUSE YOUR TRAINING DESERVES A GREAT RACING EXPERIENCE race features include:
Custom Finishers Award
Timing mats at the Starting Line and Chip Timing for Finish Results
Live results via text and email messaging
All turns will have directional signs
No processing fee for online signup
Race Premium sizes are guaranteed to those registered by August 12th.
Overall and Age Group Awards may be claimed within 14 days following the event at The Extra Mile Fitness Co., 3400 Calumet, Valparaiso, IN 46383. After 14 days all unclaimed awards will be donated or recycled. Participants that do not pick up their race shirt on or before race day are not guaranteed a shirt.
Races
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5K Run
Incl. T-Shirt
Fri 22nd August 2025 (6:15PM EDT)
$30.00
OPENS SOON -
1 Mile Dog Walk
Incl. T-Shirt
Fri 22nd August 2025 (6:20PM EDT)
$10.00
OPENS SOONThis is an untimed, non-competitive walk. All participants will receive a bandana for their dog
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