Palos Park Doggie Dash

Pre-Race Day Packet Pick Up

Friday, May 16th

10 AM - 7 PM

Palos Park Recreation Center

8901 W. 123rd Street

Palos Park, IL

Race Day Registration & Packet Pick Up

8 AM

5K Run/Walk Starts

9 AM

1-Mile Fun Run/Walk Starts

9:05 AM

You must be registered by 5/1/2025 to be guaranteed your race shirt/size and finisher medal.

Awards: All participants will receive a finishers medal. There will be no overall or age group awards.

Race Day Parking: Racers should plan on parking next to the Rec Center at Palos Community Church, 12312 S 88th Ave, Palos Park, IL 60464. See Red X's on map below.

Course:

The 1-mile course (Green) is a loop that starts and finishes at the same point. Participants will follow Forest Glen Blvd, turning onto 91st Ave, then 126th Street, continuing to 89th Ave, Rosewood Ave, and finally returning to Forest Glen Blvd to complete the loop.

The 5K course (Yellow) is an out-and-back route. It begins along the same path as the 1-mile course, but instead of turning left onto Rosewood Ave, runners will head right onto Ridge Ave, continue up 88th Ave, and reach the turnaround point at 120th Street before returning to the finish line.

🐕 Important Reminders for Dog Participants

All dogs participating in the event must remain on a leash at all times, including during the race and post-race activities. Leashes longer than 6 feet are not permitted.

Inclement Weather
This race will happen rain or shine! The Village of Palos Park monitors the weather and follows the proper protocol in place regarding inclement weather. Staff holds the right to cancel the event due to inclement weather. Registration is non-refundable.

Whether you're a racer or not, the post-race village is open to all!

Relax on The Village Green, enjoy some food, explore our booths of local pet-themed showcases and vendors, play some games, and learn about different pet services in the area.

At 10:00am, we will have our "Pup Parade". All dogs are welcome to participate. At the end of the parade, prizes will be given out for:

• Best Costume
• Cutest
• Best Personality

The Doggie Dash and post-race village will conclude at 12:30pm.