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Saturday, September 12th, 2026
Kefauver Park, Madisonville TN
5K · 1 Mile
65–84°F · low rain risk
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On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
61–82°F
dry
2024
61–78°F
dry
2023
69–89°F
dry
2022
63–78°F
dry
2021
63–87°F
dry
2020
71–88°F
dry
2019
71–95°F
dry
2018
67–85°F
rain
2017
59–70°F
rain
2016
63–90°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
Monroe County Friends of Animals (MCFA) is sponsoring our 3rd Annual 5K & 1-Mile Walk/Run along with a Virtual Race Option! 🐾
MCFA is a dedicated non-profit organization committed to providing for and continuously improving the health, happiness, and fortune of homeless and abandoned dogs and cats in Monroe County.
Join us for this family-friendly event that brings together animal lovers, runners, walkers, and community members to support this very worthy cause.
In-Person Race Details 9/12/2026
- Event Options: Choose between 5K Run and 1-Mile Walk/Run
- Location: Enjoy a scenic paved path around the lake at Kefauver Park in Madisonville
- Participation: Dogs are encouraged, but not required to participate (bandanas for MCFA Alumni)!
- Timing: Event timing provided by East Coast Adventures
Event Perks
- Finisher Medal: Every participant receives a finisher medal
- Event T-Shirt: Participants will receive a commemorative t-shirt
- SWAG Bag: Enjoy a bag filled with goodies
Race Day Schedule
- Packet Pick-Up Begins: 7:30 am
- 5K Start Time: 9:00 am
- 1-Mile Walk/Run Start: 9:30 am
MCFA Virtual Race | 7/1/2026–9/12/2026
Can’t make it in person? Join us virtually from anywhere!
Virtual Race Participation Benefits
- Finisher Medal: Virtual participants receive a finisher medal
- Event T-Shirt: Enjoy a memorable t-shirt
Virtual Race Details
- Submission Window: Submit your race time anytime between 7/1/2026–9/12/2026
- Location Flexibility: Complete your race wherever works best for you
- Shipping: Shirts and medals will begin shipping starting 9/14/2026
How to Submit Your Virtual Time
- Log into: Your RunSignup Account here
- Access Your Profile: Go to Your Profile here
- Submit Results: Click Submit Virtual Results on the Event for which You have Results
Registration Link
For more information and to register, visit: Run Your Mutt 5K Run & 1 Mile Walk/Run
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