Waggin' Wild 5k & Fun Run

Get Ready to Run (or Walk!) for a Paws-itively Great Cause!

Join us for the Waggin' Wild 5K Rescue Run-Walk—a tail-wagging good time for all ages, and yes, pets are welcome! Whether you're a serious runner, casual walker, or just in it for the puppy kisses, this event has something for everyone—including our crowd-favorite 1-Mile Fun Run!

Event Details

• Where: Bur-Mil Park, Greensboro
• When: Saturday, March 13
• Race Day Packet Pickup: 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
• 5K Start: 10:30 AM
• Fun Run Start: 10:35 AM

Post-Race Celebration

Leash up your furry friends and come out for a fun-filled morning of fitness, fundraising, and four-legged friends! Stick around after the race for awesome awards, prizes, delicious food, refreshing drinks, and plenty of ways to celebrate your support of local pet rescues.

Support Local Pets

Your participation helps provide vital care for pets in our program and supports efforts to reduce animal overpopulation in our community.

Let’s lace up, leash up, and make a difference—one paw at a time!

Event Times

• 9:00 - 10:00: On-site Registration and Packet Pickup
• 9:30: Our "photo booth" will be setup for you to drop in and get your individual, group or pet shot.
• 9:30 to 10:40: Raffle Open: You will receive 2 free raffle tickets with your registration! Additional tickets available for purchase.
• 10:30: 5K will start on paved Greenway.
• 10:35: Fun Run will start on paved Greenway. The start is at the Wildlife Center in Bur-mil Park. We encourage everyone to bring their dogs for this run-walk to benefit spay/neuter/medical assistance and rescue pets. Please NO RETRACTABLE LEASHES for safety of runners.
• 11:45 AM: Recovery food, Runner/Walker/Pet Awards, Prizes and Raffle announcements

Race Goodies

All competitors who register early will receive the Waggin' Wild T-Shirt and Race Bag. (late registration and day of only while supplies last)

Awards

Prizes will be awarded to the top three finishers overall in both Men's and Women's categories, as well as the top three finishers among men and women in each age group. Awards will be presented to the top 3 dogs that cross the finish line in the 5K.

Packet Pickup Details

We Highly Suggest Registering and Picking Up Packet/Tee Before Race

• Thursday, March 11: 6pm-8pm at All Pets Considered, 2614 Battleground Ave, Greensboro
• Friday, March 12: 3pm-6pm at Fleet Feet Greensboro, 3731 Lawndale Drive, Greensboro
• Race Day: 9:00 am - 9:45 am - Packet Pickup

5K Details

The 5K will start at 10:30 AM. Race will begin at Wildlife Center. Participants will receive a T-Shirt and Race Bag. PLEASE NOTE When lining up for 5K:

• Runners
• Runners with dogs
• Walkers and walkers with dogs
  Please keep dogs close and NO retractable leashes for the safety of others.

Fun Run Details

The Fun Run will start at 10:35 AM over a course of one mile. Race will begin at Wildlife Center. Participants will receive a T-Shirt and Race Bag.

Registration Fees

$30.00 - 5K early bird through July 31.
$35.00 - 5K Aug 1 - Dec 31
$40.00 - 5K Jan 1, 2026 - Race Day
$25.00 - Fun Run 1-miler early bird through July 31
$27.50 - Fun Run Aug 1 - Dec 31
$30.00 - Fun Run Jan 1, 2026 - Race Day
*Registration Fees are Non-Refundable
*To guarantee a T-Shirt - must be registered by Feb 28th

Participation Rules

For your dog’s safety, and to make this event enjoyable for all, participants must abide by the rules listed below. We encourage the participation of dogs that are well adjusted to crowds and noisy environments with large numbers of people and other dogs.

• Dog(s) must be current on all shots and rabies vaccination.
• Dog(s) must wear an ID Tag.
• No dog(s) in heat and no aggressive dogs.
• Dog must be leashed (6ft. max length) & in control. NO RETRACTABLE LEASHES PLEASE.
• You must pick up after your dog. Disposable bags will be provided if needed.

For More Information

Visit the official race page here.