Friends of CITY DOGS Cleveland 5k

Friends of CITY DOGS Cleveland 5k

Sat June 27, 2026

Cleveland, OH 44102 US

Race Info

Join us virtually or in-person on June 27, 2026 at Edgewater Park, Kite Field in Cleveland, Ohio. If you are joining us in-person, please know this event is for humans only. Virtual participants are welcome to run with their dog.

The need for funds to support the homeless dogs of Cleveland continues to grow every year. This year as an added incentive for individual fundraisers, you may choose to receive a portion of your registration fee back if you hit your fundraising goal. Those who raise $250 or more may receive $20 back from the registration fee. To receive this benefit, you must opt in while setting up your fundraiser. All participants are encouraged to post on social media using #CityDogsRunCle.

RACE DAY TIMELINE

• Packet pick up/day of registration begins at 8:00 a.m.
• June 27, 2026 - 9:00 a.m. event begins with 5k send off immediately followed by 1 mile
• Top finisher awards will be presented as the winners finish.

REGISTRATION COST

$40 February 22 - June 27 (Race day registration available - online registration cut off is June 26 at noon)

*Participants who register by May 10, 2026 are guaranteed a t-shirt, those who register after May 10 are not guaranteed a shirt and/or requested shirt size or a participant medal.

WHO DOES THIS RACE SUPPORT?

All donations benefit Friends of CITY DOGS Cleveland who provides financial assistance for the animals at Cleveland Animal Care and Control, which includes daily enrichment opportunities, medical care, and supporting the CITY DOGS adoption and volunteer programs.

WHAT COMES WITH MY REGISTRATION?

• *Guaranteed for participants registered by May 10, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. only! Official finisher medal
• Soft-fit, unisex race theme t-shirt
• Reusable bag

PACKET PICK-UP DETAILS

Pre-race packet pick-up dates are to be announced at a later date.

RACE DAY - Saturday, June 27

• Time: 8-8:55 a.m. packet pick-up and day of registration
• Race kick off: 5k starts at 9 a.m., followed by 1 mile
• Where: Edgewater Park, Kite Field 7600 Cleveland Memorial Shoreway, Cleveland, OH 44102

Shipping Information: If you paid for shipping, your packets are shipping directly to you the week before the race.

Course Map: The course follows the All Purpose Trail through beautiful Edgewater Park