Dog Days Run Walk

Event Overview

Run or Walk the Dogs Days 5 mile, 5 K, or 2 mile event on Saturday, June 13, 2026! This family-friendly event supports the Mississippi Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association, helping raise funds to provide the training and education needed for our community to fully benefit from the recently passed Jill’s Law, ensuring insurance covers advanced testing to allow earlier, more accurate diagnoses and access to newer treatments that can slow the disease, giving families more time to plan and be together.

Race Details

• Date and Time: June 13, 2026, at 7:30 a.m.
• Location: Kamper Park (parking lot next to the Hattiesburg Zoo Pavilion), Hattiesburg, MS.
• Race Options: 5 Mile, 5K, and 2 Mile races.
• Directions: Scenic Avenues of Hattiesburg with shaded paths and community volunteer support.

Canine Participation

• Health Requirements: Ensure your pup is in good health and properly conditioned.
• Routes: 2 mile and 5K are pup-friendly: 5 mile run does not allow dogs.
• Leash Policy: All dogs must be leashed with fixed leashes (No retractable leashes).
• Safety: Be mindful of your pet’s comfort and potential overheating during the race.

Event Activities

• Food: Breakfast by Topher's will be provided.
• Pageant: Participate in the Run-by Dog Pageant judged by local celebrities.
• Medals: Custom finisher medals for all racers.
• T-shirts: Limited edition event t-shirt for participants registered before the cut-off date (TBA).

Awards and Prizes

• Finisher Medals: All participants who finish will receive a Limited Edition custom finisher medal at the finish line.
• Big Dogs Awards: Prizes for the TOP TEN Male and Female finishers in the 5 mile race.
• 5K and 2 Mile Awards: Fastest ten Male/Female finishers with/without dogs will also be recognized.
• Run-by Dog Pageant: Categories for judging include Coolest Dog, Best Dressed, Best Parent/Pooch Pair, Tiny Tot, Super Dog, Diva Dog, Most Handsome Hound, and Purple Royalty.

Packet Pickup

• Friday: 4:30-7:00 pm at Keg and Barrel, 1315 Hardy Street.
• Saturday: 6:00 - 7:00 am at Kamper Park near the start line.

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More Information

For more details and registration, visit the official race page.