The Wiggles & Wags Fast & Furriest 5K
is Tempe’s premier dog-friendly race and pet festival,
featuring a professionally timed 5K,
family-friendly 1-mile fun run, and the
“Fastest Breed in Tempe” dog dash
championships, all brought together in one
unforgettable community event.
Children under age 10 are FREE!
Discount reflected during registration.
Designed as both a competitive athletic event and a large-scale community pet celebration, Fast & Furriest brings together runners, families, pet owners, rescue organizations, and local businesses for a high-energy morning experience. Following the races, attendees transition into an interactive pet festival featuring vendors, adoption partners, games, and live award ceremonies
Dog Dash Championship
Categories
| The Pet Fest
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Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
5K without Dog
Price changes in 2 months 30 days-
Participants who will NOT be running with their dog
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Register for 5K without Dog$38.35
$35 + a processing fee
Now registering Mar 26 – Jun 30 -
$43.67
$40 + a processing fee
Jul 1 – Oct 9
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5K with Dog
Price changes in 2 months 30 days-
Participants who will be running with their dog
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Register for 5K with Dog$38.35
$35 + a processing fee
Now registering Mar 26 – Jun 30 -
$43.67
$40 + a processing fee
Jul 1 – Oct 9
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1 Mile with Dog
Price changes in 2 months 30 days-
Participants who will be running with their dog
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Register for 1 Mile with Dog$27.71
$25 + a processing fee
Now registering Mar 26 – Jun 30 -
$33.03
$30 + a processing fee
Jul 1 – Oct 9
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1 Mile without Dog
Price changes in 2 months 30 days-
Participants who will NOT be running with their dog
-
Register for 1 Mile without Dog$27.71
$25 + a processing fee
Now registering Mar 26 – Jun 30 -
$33.03
$30 + a processing fee
Jul 1 – Oct 9
-
Virtual Run
All the great swag for running wherever you are!
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Register for Virtual Run$33.03
$30 + a processing fee
Mar 26 - Oct 9
Mail-in and Virtual Registration
To register by mail please complete and return our Mail-in Registration Form! Please make checks payable to StartLine Racing. Mail-in registrations will be accepted until October 5, 2026.
Can't make it to this year's event but still want to participate? We are excited to announce our Fast & Furriest Virtual Race. A virtual race is a race that can be ran at any location. You can walk, use the treadmill, run outside or participate in another race. You can run your race at your pace wherever you like. All virtual race participants will receive a custom event finisher's medal and custom event dri-fit tech t-shirt. All you have to do is register above! and your packet will be mailed out to you no later than Monday, October 12th.
Virtual Registrations are restricted to US addresses only. If you reside outside of the US and wish to participate please contact StartLine Racing at info@startlineracing.com
All Participants Receive:
Custom Event Finisher's Medal
Custom Event Dri-Fit Tech T-Shirt.
Awards for the Top 3 Male and Female in 5K with Dog and 5K without Dog categories.
Runner's Brunch with water, Gatorade, fruit and granola bars
Chip Timed by StartLine Racing with Real Time Results and Photos on their Website or Mobile App (on Apple and Google)
Course Maps
Course is subject to change if Race Director deems the course to be unsafe on race day.
Race Day Information
Race Day Check In will be available beginning at 6am at Kiwanis Park (race location).
We accept cash, or credit card on race day
Cost of registration on race day will be:
- 5K - $50
- 1M - $40
We welcome wheelchairs, strollers & wagons.
No roller blades/skates, skateboards or motorized devices are allowed on the run or walk courses.
Leashed pet friendly
Due to the common start/finish line, there is no bag check for this event.
This event will take place rain or shine. There are no refunds for due to weather.
Packet Pick-up Opportunities
Packet Pick-up is available on Friday, October 9th from 6:30am-6pm at Wiggles and Wags Pet Resort (map)
- Wiggles and Wags Pet Resort is located at 1811 E Baseline Road, Tempe, AZ 85283
You can also pickup your packet starting at 6am on race day.
Event schedule
- Fri, October 9, 2026 6:30 AM - Packet Pick-Up at Wiggles and Wags Pet Resort from 6:30am-6pm
- Sat, October 10, 2026 6:00 AM - Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup Opens
- Sat, October 10, 2026 7:00 AM - 5K Run/Walk Begins
- Sat, October 10, 2026 7:10 AM - 1M Fun Run
- Sat, October 10, 2026 7:45 AM - Awards Ceremony Begins (approx.)
Contact information
- Event contact
- Wiggles and Wags Pet Resort
- Phone
- 480-491-4040
