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.
SAVE WITH A FAMILY OF FOUR REGISTRATION
Register a Family of Four and save $10 off the registration fee.
Join us at Hogan's Fountain in Cherokee Park for a fun filled fall morning of costumes, pets and dog treats at the finish line!
Race entry includes:
- Gender specific, short sleeve Pupkin Spice tech shirt
- Finisher medal
- Finisher certificate with time and place
- Free bandana for your pet (while supplies last)
- Pet Parade and Costume Contest
- Raise $150 for our Charity Partner the Friends of Metro Animal Services Louisville and your entry is free
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
- Scariest Pet Costume
- Best Pet “Tolerating a Clearly Incredibly Annoying to Wear Costume
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
5k
Price changes in 3 months 27 days-
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Register for 5k$28.41
Early Bird
Now registering Jan 1 – Jul 30 -
$33.78Jul 31 – Oct 6
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$39.14Oct 7 – Oct 30
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$44.52Oct 30 – Oct 31
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Virtual 5k
Price changes in 3 months 27 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. Packets WILL NOT be mailed, must be picked up at packet pickup. You may have someone else pick up your packet. 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$28.41
Early Bird
Now registering Jan 1 – Jul 30 -
$33.78Jul 31 – Oct 6
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$39.14Oct 7 – Oct 30
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$44.52Oct 30 – Oct 31
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Virtual 5k with Packet Mailing
Price changes in 3 months 27 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 Wednesday, October 28th until midnight, Sunday, November 1st. 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$39.14
Early Bird
Now registering Jan 1 – Jul 30 -
$44.52Jul 31 – Oct 6
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$49.88Oct 7 – Oct 30
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$55.25Oct 30 – Oct 31
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Family of Four Registration
Price changes in 3 months 27 days-
Save on registration ($10 off) by entering a family of four. Please note when you make this selection it will require you to set up a team. Give your family a fun name or just use your last name!
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Register for Family of Four Registration$98.16Now registering Jan 1 – Jul 30
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$119.62Jul 31 – Oct 6
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$141.09Oct 7 – Oct 30
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$162.55Oct 30 – Oct 31
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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.
Awards
Awards to top three male and female overall, first male and female master and grandmaster. Top three male and female in each of the following age groups: 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79 and 80 & over.
Race Shirt
Short sleeve tech in unisex and women's sizing. See size chart if not sure on size.
In the past we have had problems with participants who have parked on the Scenic Loop west (from Barney to Hogan’s Fountain, inside the blue square) of the start/finish line leaving before the race is over and driving through runners still finishing. This is VERY dangerous and inconsiderate. If you must leave before the race is over, get there early enough to park in the lot or spaces south of Hogan’s Fountain or you can park inside the red circle area and walk on the trails to Hogan’s Fountain (the green dotted line).
Course Map
Costume Contest
Costume Contest Awards (Ken Combs Running Store gift cards) 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
- Scariest Pet Costume
- Best Pet “Tolerating a Clearly Incredibly Annoying to Wear Costume
Top donors
| No. | Name | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Janet Jakubowicz | $100.00 |
| 2 | Sandra Boston | $25.00 |
| 3 | Mary Jones | $6.18 |
Contact information
- Event contact
- Camille Estes, River City Races
- Website
- Visit website
