Peace Ridge Sanctuary’s 5k Run for the Animals & 1 Mile Fun Walk

🌟 Event Overview

Peace Ridge is hosting their 4th Annual 5k Run for the Animals & 1 Mile Fun Walk on Saturday, October 4, 2025, also known as World Animal Day!! On this special day, we will aim to raise awareness about animal welfare and promote the protection of all animals—whether they are pets, wildlife, or farm animals.

This family friendly event will be held at PRS’s Northeast Equine Sanctuary located at the edge of Freedom and Albion Maine. The purpose of this event is to aid and support lifesaving work PRS performs daily.

💰 Fundraising Importance

This is one of the few fundraising events PRS holds each year. The funds raised are crucial for providing food, care, and medical treatment to our rescued animals, as well as for rescuing more in need.

• Support Needed: Many of our animals have come from severe cases of cruelty.
• Resilience and Forgiveness: These stories teach us valuable lessons.
• Appreciation: We deeply appreciate your support and any additional fundraising efforts you choose to do.

📍 Location

The Northeast Equine Sanctuary is located on the border of Albion & Freedom, Maine amid lush green landscape mixed with fields and forests, making it the perfect spot for this compassionate cause. There are endless stunning views surrounded by several gorgeous horses and ponies.

By October this area will be bursting with beautiful warm fall foliage.

🏃‍♂️ Race and Walk Details

The race features a 5k trail run (3.1 miles) and a 1-mile trail walk, open to all fitness levels. Participants will run or walk through beautiful, natural scenery, winding along the enclosures and enjoying the calm presence of the animals as they go about their peaceful lives.

🎉 Event Activities

Outdoor Pre-Run Yoga for all levels and Animal Yoga for kids after the race.

• Vegan BBQ: Courtesy of one of our top sponsors Veggie Life.
• Sponsor Tables: Explore sponsor tables and grab some treats/swag.
• Fun Activities: Spending time with the horses!
• Prizes: Vegan friendly prizes for top fundraisers and 5K finishers and a raffle.

Additional activities include Corn-hole, scavenger hunts, and face painting.

⏰ Timeline of Event

• 9:30 – 11:15 am: Check in opens
• 10:15 – 11 am: All-levels Yoga for Runners + Meditation
• 11:20 am: Announcements
• 11:30 am: Race Starts!
• 12 pm: BBQ will be up and ready
• 12:40 pm: Announcement for Quick reminders: Animal Yoga for Kids starting soon & Raffle Tickets still available till 1pm and check out all the sponsors!
• 1 -1:30 pm: Awards & Raffle Prizes Announced

💳 Pricing

• Ages 1-4: FREE
• Ages 5-12: $20
• 13 and older: $30
• Day of Event: $40

For more details and to register, please visit this link.