203 W. Hillside, Wellington KS
Saturday, June 20th, 2026
Event Overview
- Event Name: Run For The Paws 5k and 1 Mile Run
- Date: June 20, 2026
- Location: 203 W. Hillside, Wellington, KS
- Beneficiary: Wellington Humane Society
About the Wellington Humane Society
- Non-Profit Status: 501(c) non-profit serving Sumner County, Kansas
- Shelter Status: A no-kill shelter opened in December 2019
- Mission: To take in unwanted animals and find them loving, permanent homes
- Funding: Relies solely on donations and receives no city or county funding
Race Details
- 5k Start Time: 7:30 am
- 1 Mile Start Time: 8:30 am on June 20, 2026
- Course Type: Mix of road, gravel, and sidewalk
- T-shirt Guarantee: For pre-registrations by May 15 at 12:00 pm (noon)
Packet Pickup
- Pickup Dates: June 19-20, from 3-7 pm
- Race Day Pickup: Begins at 6:30 am
- Finisher Medals: Awarded to all participants
- Trophies: Given to top male and top female in the 5k
Post-Race Amenities
- Refreshments: Provided for both races
- Aid Station: One at the halfway point for 5k runners
- Dog Participation: Dogs are welcome but must be leashed and up to date on vaccinations
- Behavior Requirement: Dogs must be non-aggressive
Registration Link
- Sign Up Here: Register for the Run For The Paws
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