Kara's Mutt Strutt K9 5K

Event Details

April 18, 2026.

Kara's Mutt Strutt 5k Run/Walk

Description

A race to honor Kara Goheen, A true champion of all four legged friends. Proceeds from this event will go to the Kara Goheen's Friends and Furballs Fund, that will be used to keep her Dog Days Downtown Festival going, along with other "pet" projects that benefit Middletown animals.

• Awards: All awards will be reserved for our four legged friends.
• Categories: First through Third place winners in two weight divisions, under 50 lbs and over 50 lbs.
• Participation: All four legged participants will receive an official participation award!

Event Logistics

We will be starting and ending at the Windamere event Center! Restrooms will be located inside the Windamere, where we will have the after party!

Shirts

Official race shirts will be for the humans.

• Cost: $10.00 per shirt.
• Deadline: Must sign up by April 3rd.

Rules for Dogs

• Leash: All dogs must be on a leash, must be friendly with other dogs, vaccinated, and not in heat.
• Leash Length: Leash must not exceed 6ft.
• After Party: There will be an after paw-ty at the Windamere (2 S Main Street Middletown, Ohio)!

Thank You to Sponsors

We want to give a shout out to our Amazing Sponsors and vendors who help make the 2025 Mutt Strutt K9-5K Paw-tastic! 🐾🧤

• Shirt Sponsor: Michael Stafford 👕
• Insurance Sponsor: Downtown Middletown Inc.

Pricing Information

• Early Bird: $20 Jan 1st-Jan 31st
• Regular: $25 Feb 1st-April 18th

Important Dates

• Shirt Deadline: April 3rd
• Race Day: April 18th

Location

- The Windamere
2 S Main Street Middletown, Ohio

Race Timings

• Packet Pick-Up: 9:00 AM Race day
• Race Start: 10:00 AM

More Information

For more details, visit the race page at Kara's Mutt Strutt K9 5K.