Annual 5K RUN & WALK With The DOGS

Get ready for an exciting community event supporting the Animal Rescue Foundation (ARF). On Sunday, May 17, 2026, at Memorial Park in Beacon, NY, animal lovers and athletes of all ages will lace up and hit the pavement to make a difference, with 100% of the proceeds going directly toward rescuing and caring for animals in need. 

As Beacon's only nonprofit sporting event dedicated to saving animals' lives, this special day offers something for everyone.

The races are timed with chipped running bibs.

🐾 1K KIDS FUN RUN (Ages 3-10) – A fun-filled race where every child earns a finisher prize. (Dogs are not permitted in the Kids Fun Run.)  

🐾 5K RUN & WALK WITH THE DOGS – Run or walk alongside your leashed pup in this heartwarming main event. (Kids 3 and under participate for free!)

 

📅 Schedule of Events:
✔ 9 AM – Check-in & Registration

✔ 9:50 AM – Dog Costume Contest: Most Original & Most Hilarious Costume

✔ 10 to 10:15 AM – 1K Kids Fun Run 

✔ Immediately After – 5K Run & Walk with the Dogs

 

🎉 Post-Race Fun: Stick around for awards, music, games, face painting, vendor exhibits, raffles, and more! Participants who fundraise can also earn exclusive prizes for reaching their fundraising goals.

Whether chasing a personal best or enjoying a stroll with your pup, every step you take helps save lives. Join us and make a difference—one paw at a time!

 

REGISTRATION FEES:

5K RUN & WALK
$30 – Early Bird Special Rate
$35 – Regular Rate Starts April 1st
$40 – Race Day

 

1K KIDS FUN RUN
$15 – Early Bird Special Rate**
$20 – Regular Rate Starts April 1st
$30 – Race Day 

 

EVENT SWAGS:

Sign up early to guarantee your swags. All participants who register by April 30th will receive:anion 

 

The event is held Rain or Shine and is non-refundable.

Strollers are ONLY allowed on the 5K race course.

Dogs that are non-aggressive toward people and other animals are welcomed on the 5K race course. All dogs must be current on their vaccinations and always leashed. Retractable leashes, including bungy-style leashes, are prohibited at any time. Each adult participant may be accompanied by one (1) dog and that dog will receive an event dog tag.