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Saturday, October 31st, 2026
745 Cochran Hill Rd, Louisville KY
5K
46–63°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years
2025
44–56°F
dry
2024
62–73°F
rain
2023
30–47°F
dry
2022
57–69°F
rain
2021
49–64°F
dry
2020
36–60°F
dry
2019
35–57°F
rain
2018
61–69°F
rain
2017
34–49°F
dry
2016
57–69°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
This race is part of the River City Races Run the 502 series. Run six races on our calendar and get a Run the 502 Finisher Medal with charms of all the races finished. Click here for more details and to register for the Run the 502.
Family Registration
- SAVE: With a Family of Four Registration, save $10 off the registration fee.
- Create Memories: Enjoy a fun fall morning filled with costumes and pets.
Race Details
Join us at Hogan's Fountain in Cherokee Park for a fun filled fall morning of costumes, pets and dog treats at the finish line!
Race entry includes:
- Shirt: Gender specific, short sleeve Pupkin Spice tech shirt
- Medal: Finisher medal
- Certificate: Finisher certificate with time and place
- Pet Bandana: Free bandana for your pet (while supplies last)
- Contests: Pet Parade and Costume Contest
- Free Entry: Raise $150 for our Charity Partner the Friends of Metro Animal Services Louisville and your entry is free
Costume Contest Awards
Costume Contest Awards for:
- Most Original Costume
- Best Pet Costume
- Best Couple Costume
- Best Family/Group Costume
- Best Runner/Stroller Costume
- Best Human/Pet Look-a-Like
- Best Human/Pet Costume Couple
- Funniest Pet Costume
- Scariest Pet Costume
- Best Pet “Tolerating a Clearly Incredibly Annoying to Wear Costume
Event Information
Date: October 31, 2026
Location: 745 Cochran Hill Rd, Louisville, KY
Registration Link: Register Here
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