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Sunday, October 18th, 2026
75 Waterhouse Rd, Bourne, MA 02532, Bourne MA
5K
50–63°F · some rain risk
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About this race
Race Location
Bourne, Massachusetts
Bourne High School 75 Waterhouse Rd, Bourne, MA 02532.
Event Host
Hosted by the K9 PTSD Research Center
Date and Time
- Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026
- K9 Hero Awards Ceremony: 9:00–9:50 AM
- 5K Starts: 10:00 AM
- Weather: Rain or Shine
Event Overview
Join the K9 PTSD Research Center in beautiful Bourne, Massachusetts, for a fun, family-friendly morning honoring the K9 heroes who serve and protect our communities every day.
- Distance: This official 5K walk/run is 3.1 miles.
- Participation: Bring your dog, bring your family, and take part in a meaningful event supporting the care of K9 heroes.
- Awards Ceremony: The morning begins with our Annual K9 Hero Awards Ceremony from 9:00 to 9:50 AM, honoring working K9 heroes and their handlers.
- Start Time: The 5K Walk/Run for the K9 Heroes will begin promptly at 10:00 AM.
Registration Details
- Age Requirement: Children under 12 may walk or run for free.
- T-shirt Giveaway: The first 300 people to register will receive a FREE official race T-shirt.
- Information: All event details, rules, race information, and scheduling will be provided in advance of the event.
- Support: Your participation helps provide funding for the care, welfare, and support of the K9 heroes.
Join Us
Come walk with us. Run with us. Stand with the heroes who stand for us.
Contact
Thank you,
K9 PTSD Research Center
More Information
For more details, visit our race page.
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