In 83 days · Sun, Sep 27, 2026
When
Sunday, September 27th, 2026
Where
Bellevue State Park Band Shell, Wilmington DE
Distances
5K · 1 Mile
About this race
This Race is Rain or Shine!
Let's all keep our fingers and paws crossed for good weather.
Event Details
- Date: September 27th, 2026
- Location: Bellevue State Park Band Shell, Wilmington, DE
- Registration: All 5K registrants will receive a FREE 5K shirt or FREE Mutt Mile bandana with registration.
- Url: Race Registration
Family Participation
- Inclusive: Bring your whole family (pups included!)
- Course: Scenic cross-country 5K course timed by Fusion Racing.
- Alternative: Prefer a more leisurely walk? Sign up for our Mutt Mile.
- Fun Activities: Enjoy food trucks, vendors, pup kissing booth, and a meet and greet with some of FFAS adoptable dogs!
Fundraising Opportunities
- Team Up: Ask your friends and start a TEAM or an INDIVIDUAL fundraiser.
- Donations: Proceeds benefit Faithful Friends Animal Society.
- Fundraiser Setup: Click the donate tab to start a fundraiser!
- Impact: Your participation helps support local animal welfare efforts.
Costume Contest
Don't forget to Dress your Pet!
- Contest: Dress your Pet in costume for our Doggy Costume Contest.
- Parade: Interested participants will parade around the stage after the Award Ceremony.
- Voting: The crowd will applaud to vote on their favorite costume.
- Prizes: The top three winners will get a prize!
Course map
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