Soles 4 Paws 5K

Event Overview

Soles 4 Paws 5k

Saturday September 26, 2026 at 8am
Carthage Municipal Park

Beneficiary

Net proceeds go to

Carthage Humane Society

Race Details

• Participation: Run or walk the 5K or the 1K with or without your pet.
• Leash Policy: Non-retractable leashes only.
• Start Times: 1K starts at 8am: 5K starts as soon as 1K finishes, about 8:30am.
• Concurrent Races: Both 5K Solo and 5K Canine races will be held concurrently with a few minutes delay between both to provide safe running conditions for all.

Awards

• 5K Solo Run/Walk: Finisher awards for all participants. Awards to top male and female as well as all age group winners.
• 5K Canine Run/Walk: Finisher awards for all participants. Top-3 Handler/Dog teams awards.
• 1K Run/Walk: Finisher awards for all 4-legged furry finishers.
• Timing: Electronic bib and timing for 5K only.

Participation Guidelines

• Strollers: Baby joggers/strollers welcome.
• Course Certification: 5K is USATF-Certified course.
• Race-Tech Shirts: Optional while registering online: guaranteed delivery on race day if ordered by Sep 20.
• Race Sponsors: Sponsored by Blue Buffalo.

Extras

• Pet Treats: Available, provided by Howliday Tail Wagon.
• Human Treats: Catered by A-Ray Neosho.
• Photography: Free professional race pictures for download, provided by JV Photography.
• Gift Certificates: By The RunAround.

Entertainment

• Finish Line: Music & Entertainment by Resonation.
• Race Direction: By Joplin RoadRunners.

Registration

For more information and to register, please visit the official race page.