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Phillips Park Main Pavilion, Aurora IL

Sunday, June 7th, 2026

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🏠 About A.D.O.P.T.

Since 1989, A.D.O.P.T. has placed over 30,000 animals into loving homes. Our staff and volunteers work tirelessly to provide pets not just life-saving care, but also the love and respect that they deserve. Makin' Strides for Strays helps us continue our commitment to rescue, compassionate care, and uniting pets with loving families "Until Every Pet Has A Home".

🎉 Event Highlights

Support our mission by joining us for our cornerstone event! Participants can enjoy:

  • Timed 5K: A 5K walk or run.
  • Family Festival: A vibrant festival with music, unique vendors, contests, games, and family-friendly activities.
  • Pet Inclusivity: Bring your loved ones (pets included) and have a fun day out.
  • Making a Difference: Help improve the lives of shelter animals.

💰 Support Our Cause

Every dollar raised for Makin' Strides for Strays ensures A.D.O.P.T. Pet Shelter has the resources to care for and protect every animal that comes through our doors. Please consider giving what you can - either through a donation or by joining us and helping us raise money for this life-saving cause.

🌟 What to Expect

  • Scenic Course: Enjoy a 3.1-mile walk/run around Mastodon Lake.
  • Family Festival: Makin’ Strides for Strays isn’t just a 5K, it’s a fest for the whole family (dogs included)!
  • Team Spirit: Team up with friends or Fido and conquer the 3.1 miles together.
  • Post-Race Party: Celebrate your achievement with live music, delicious food and beverages.

👕 Registration Details

Registration includes a Strides t-shirt, A.D.O.P.T. Bandana, Swag Bag & admission (while supplies last).

Note: There is no fee to attend the fest, but donations are encouraged!

🚶‍♂️ Unable to Attend?

That's okay! Walk or run in your own neighborhood on June 1st or stay home and gather donations to support A.D.O.P.T. Pet Shelter.

💵 Race Registration Fee

5K Day-of Registration is $45. Race packet pick-up will start Thursday, 5/29, 4 - 7 p.m., Friday, 5/30, noon - 7 p.m. and 8:30 on race day.

🎁 Fundraising Incentives

We encourage all participants to fundraise for the shelter!

  • $250: A.D.O.P.T. Crossbody Bag.
  • $500: Crossbody bag PLUS your name added to a Walkathon Plaque at our shelter.
  • $1000: Above items PLUS a tile with the wording of your choice at our shelter.

🏆 5K Awards

First place awards to the top Male and Female finishers!

Medals will be awarded to the 1st & 2nd Male & Female 5K participants in the categories:

  • 9 & under
  • 10-14
  • 15-19
  • 20-29
  • 30-39
  • 40-49
  • 50-59
  • 60-69
  • 70 & over

📅 Event Details

Date: 2026-06-07

Location: Phillips Park Main Pavilion, Aurora, IL

Event Link: Registration and Info

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