This race is part of the River City Races Run the 502 series. Run six races on our calendar and get a Run the 502 Finisher Medal with charms of all the races finished. Click here for more details and to register for the Run the 502.
Join us at Hogan's Fountain in Cherokee Park for a fun filled fall morning of costumes, pets, dog treats and coffee! We will be waiting for you at the finish line with a treat for your pet!
Race entry includes:
- Gender specific, short sleeve Pupkin Spice tech shirt
- Finisher medals
- Packet mailing for $10.00
- Finisher certificate with time and place
- Free bandana for your pet (while supplies last)
- Pet Parade and Costume Contest
Costume Contest Awards for:
- Most Original Costume
- Best Pet Costume
- Best Couple Costume
- Best Family/Group Costume
- Best Runner/Stroller Costume
- Best Human/Pet Look-a-Like
- Best Human/Pet Costume Couple
- Funniest Pet Costume
- Most Original Pet Costume
- Scariest Pet Costume
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
5k
Price changes in 1 month 21 days-
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Register for 5k$28.41Now registering Jul 1 – Sep 30
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$33.78Oct 1 – Oct 24
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$39.14Oct 24 – Oct 25
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Virtual 5k
Price changes in 1 month 21 days-
A virtual race can be completed on your own, at your own location. You will then be able to submit your virtual results from Thursday, October 23rd until midnight, Sunday, October 26th. On Monday, October 27th you'll be able to download your Finisher Certificate and see your rankings. Instructions on how to submit your time will be sent Wednesday, October 22nd.
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Register for Virtual 5k$28.41Now registering Jul 1 – Sep 30
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$33.78Oct 1 – Oct 24
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$39.14Oct 24 – Oct 25
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Virtual 5k with Packet Mailing
Price changes in 1 month 21 days-
A virtual race can be completed on your own, at your own location. You will then be able to submit your virtual results from Thursday, October 23rd until midnight, Sunday, October 26th. On Monday, October 27th you'll be able to download your Finisher Certificate and see your rankings. Instructions on how to submit your time will be sent Wednesday, October 22nd.
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Register for Virtual 5k with Packet Mailing$39.14Now registering Jul 1 – Sep 30
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$44.52Oct 1 – Oct 24
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$49.88Oct 24 – Oct 25
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Charity Partner
River City Races is pleased to announce our 2025 Charity Partner is Friends of Metro Animal Services Louisville. You may elect to make an additional donation with your registration or if you fundraise, raise a minimum of $150 your entry fee will be refunded to you!
Who We Are
Friends of Metro Animal Services (FOMAS) is the sole fundraising entity for Metro Animal Services (MAS) in Louisville, Kentucky. FOMAS works hard to provide additional dollars for Metro Animal Services. Those funds make it possible for the shelter to go above and beyond, and offer services that exceed what MAS' government budget allows.
What We Do
FOMAS serves as an ambassador for public awareness, community-wide collaboration, and fundraising for Metro Animal Services. We provide this support through multiple ongoing programs and special capacity building projects.
FOMAS Programs
- Pay It Forward – Pay It Forward covers the adoption fees for cats older than 6 months, large breed dogs weighing 40 lbs. or more, and senior shelter pets.
- Long-Stay Champion VIP – Adoption fees are covered by FOMAS for Long-Stay Champions (i.e., dogs that have been in the shelter 30 days or longer). Adopters also receive a free VIP package valued at approximately $250. The VIP package includes items such as: Vaccinations (3 years); Canine License (1 year); Heartworm preventative (6 months); a harness and large crate (upon request).
- Waived Redemption Fees – When the shelter is full, FOMAS covers the cost of the redemption fees for owners who are reclaiming their pets. This allows owners to be reunited with their pets without the burden of additional costs.
- Medical Voucher Program - FOMAS approved a $60,000 Medical Voucher Program for 2024/2025. The goal is to help individuals in the community who need extra support in getting their animals much-needed care.
To learn more about FOMAS and Louisville Metro Animals Services, click here.
Top donors
| No. | Name | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joye Keeley | $25.00 |
| 2 | Alex Brasher | $25.00 |
| 3 | Anonymous | $25.00 |
Top fundraisers
| 1 |
View fundraiser page for Joye
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Joye KeeleyRaised: $25.00 |
Contact information
- Event contact
- Camille Estes, River City Races
- Phone
- 502-386-1502
- Website
- Visit website
