Friends of CITY DOGS Cleveland 5k

Join us virtually or in-person on June 27, 2026 at Edgewater Park, Kite Field in Cleveland, Ohio. If you are joining us in-person, please know this event is for humans only. Virtual participants are welcome to run with their dog.

 

The need for funds to support the homeless dogs of Cleveland continues to grow every year. This year as an added incentive for individual fundraisers, you may choose to receive a portion of your registration fee back if you hit your fundraising goal. Those who raise $250 or more may receive $20 back from the registration fee. To receive this benefit, you must opt in while setting up your fundraiser. 

 

All participants are encouraged to post on social media using #CityDogsRunCle. 

 

RACE DAY TIMELINE
Packet pick up/day of registration begins at 8:00 a.m.
June 27, 2026 - 9:00 a.m. event begins with 5k send off immediately followed by 1 mile
Top finisher awards will be presented as the winners finish.

 

REGISTRATION COST
$40 February 22 - June 27 (Race day registration available - online registration cut off is June 26 at noon)

*Participants who register by May 10, 2026 are guaranteed a t-shirt, those who register after May 10 are not guaranteed a shirt and/or requested shirt size or a participant medal.

 

WHO DOES THIS RACE SUPPORT?
All donations benefit Friends of CITY DOGS Cleveland who provides financial assistance for the animals at Cleveland Animal Care and Control, which includes daily enrichment opportunities, medical care, and supporting the CITY DOGS adoption and volunteer programs. 

 

WHAT COMES WITH MY REGISTRATION? *Guaranteed for participants registered by May 10, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. only! 
Official finisher medal
Soft-fit, unisex race theme t-shirt 
Reusable bag

 

PACKET PICK-UP DETAILS

Eastside Location
Date: Tuesday, June 23
Time: 5-7 p.m.
Location: The Fairmount Cocktail Bar, 2448 Fairmount Blvs. Cleveland Heights OH, 44106

Westside Location
Date: Wednesday, June 24
Time: 5-7 p.m.
Location: The Public House,17219 Lorain Ave. Cleveland OH, 44111 

RACE DAY - Saturday, June 27
Time: 8-8:55 a.m. packet pick-up and day of registration
Race kick off: 5k starts at 9 a.m., followed by 1 mile
Where: Edgewater Park, Kite Field, 7600 Cleveland Memorial Shoreway, Cleveland, OH 44102

Shipping Information:
If you paid for shipping, your packets are shipping directly to you the week before the race.