Kara's Mutt Strutt K9 5K

Kara's Mutt Strutt 5K Run/Walk

Date: April 18, 2026

Event Overview

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.
• Divisions: 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!
• Start and Finish: We will be starting and ending at the Windamere event Center!

Facilities

Restrooms will be located inside the Windamere, where we will have the after party!

Race Shirts

Official race shirts will be for the humans. $10.00 per shirt. Must sign up by April 3rd.

Dog Requirements

• Leash: All dogs must be on a leash, which must not exceed 6ft.
• Friendliness: Dogs must be friendly with other dogs.
• Vaccination: Dogs must be vaccinated and not in heat.

There will be an after paw-ty at the Windamere (2 S Main Street Middletown, Ohio)!

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

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

Important Dates

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

Location

The Windamere, 2 S Main Street Middletown, Ohio

Race Schedule

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

More Information

For additional details and registration, please visit the official race page.