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Karst Farm Park, Bloomington IN

Sunday, October 4th, 2026

🏃‍♂️ Welcome to the Run for the Animals 5K

Please join us for the 31st Annual Run for the Animals 5K on Sunday, October 4th!

Run for the Animals is a timed 5K run/walk at Karst Farm Park, with all of the proceeds benefiting the programs and services of the Monroe County Humane Association.

Each registration includes an official Run for the Animals t-shirt and sponsor swag.

🎉 Exciting New Features for 2026

Separate Start Times: We’re introducing separate start times for runners and walkers!
Course Details: The course starts at Karst Farm Park and loops through the Monroe County Fairgrounds.
Awards Ceremony: Located near the start/finish line for easier celebration and faster results posting!
Post-Race Activities: Join us for raffles and fan-favorite pet contests! You don’t have to be registered in the 5K to participate!

📅 Event Schedule

Saturday, October 3

10:00 AM–12:00 PM & 5:00–7:00 PM: Preregistered Packet Pick-up at Karst Farm Park Commons Bldg

Sunday, October 4

8:00 AM: Packet Pick-up & Onsite Registration Opens
9:15 AM: Registration Closes, Trainer-led Group Stretch
9:30 AM: 5K Run Begins
9:35 AM: 5K Walk Begins
10:30 AM: 5K Run/Walk Awards Ceremony
11:00 AM: Pet Contests & Raffle Winners Announced

🐾 Important Notice for Canine Participants

Rabies Vaccination: All dogs must be up to date on the rabies vaccination.
Spayed/Neutered Requirement: Only spayed/neutered dogs are permitted to participate.
Leash Policy: All dogs must remain on a leash at all times during the event.
Leash Type: Only standard, non-retractable leashes are allowed.

❤️ Support Animal Welfare

This event is crucial to MCHA and our ability to provide the numerous programs and services that would not otherwise exist in our community. MCHA advocates for a more humane future for the pets in our community by providing accessible veterinary care through our Nonprofit Veterinary Clinic, Crisis Housing Program, Emergency Pet Food & Supply Pantry, Spay/Neuter Assistance Program, Street Outreach, and more. Many lives, human and animal alike, are touched by the work of MCHA. This is only possible thanks to the generous support of our community and sponsors! MCHA is a private 501c3 non-profit that receives no funding from national organizations or tax dollars.

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