Get ready for the highly anticipated 4th annual Dogtown Doggy Dash – happening Sunday, September 13th at 8 AM! Presented by Garcia Properties and Instinct Pet Food, this one-of-a-kind race celebrates the bond between humans and their four-legged best friends.
Hosted by Dogtown Running Club and Blank Slate, this is more than a race - it’s a dog-centric celebration in the heart of Dogtown. The energy is high, the tails are wagging, and the memories are all about your pup.
Whether you choose the full 5k or 1-mile, both courses are dog-friendly and open to walkers, making it easy for every pup to join the fun. Participants will receive race shirts, and dogs will get a bandana to show off their style. Along the way, dogs can cool off at two water stops with splash zones sponsored by Run The Edge, and every finisher, human and canine, will earn a finisher reward to celebrate the moment. At the finish line, pups are treated to well-earned goodies, and you’ll have the chance to snap a personalized photo to remember the day together.
DON'T MISS OUT!
Date: Sunday, September 13th
Time: 8:00 AM
Location: Dogtown, St. Louis - Clayton / Tamm
Participant Testimonials
“I remember brief joy followed by stark reality. As I ascended the rolling hills in the first mile, I thought of my ancestors and their quick pace on the plains of Australia. Those moments of bliss quickly faded into the reality that this race was longer than a mile and that I was not in fact herding sheep. The midway pools cooled my soul enough to press on, undaunted but undertrained. As I made the final turn toward the finish, my triumph awaited and my burdens released. ‘Huzzah!!’ I exclaimed as I splashed belly first into the cooled water I can remember.”
- Barkley
"The Doggy Dash is so special to Sikorsky and me because running is one hobby we can share together. Every time I grab my running shoes, he gets so excited to go run with me. Sikorsky has helped me train for countless races and I love that he has his own race too. I can’t help but smile all day seeing all the dogs on the course and at the after pawty living their best lives. Sikorsky’s favorite part is the doggy pools along the course and the post race treats! It’s one race we never want to miss!"
- Sikorsky
"I'd rather be out on the trails, but the doggie dash is the next best thing. Heed my warning and don't make fun of my short legs or I'll have to smoke the competition again. The dog pools are the best! Come to Heavy Riff after the race to celebrate my inevitable win."
- Finn, 2025 champ!
Awards
5K prizes for the top 3 finishers for both humans and canines:
Top 3 Women
Top 3 Men
Top 3 Female Dogs
Top 3 Male Dogs
Post-Race Celebration
Stick around at the finish line for:
Instinct Pet Food: Freeze-dried samples and a dog-first aid station
Doggie pools and dog-friendly games
Sweet Em’s Coffee & Ice Cream: Breakfast burritos, cold brew, juice, and treats for dogs and humans. A free puppy biscuit for every dog!
Urban Chestnut Brewing Co.: Head to the UCBC Biergarten for an Urban Underdog beer! Participants 21+ can redeem their beer using the beer tag attached to their bib.
Official After Pawty at Heavy Riff Brewery
More details coming soon.
Swag
Coming soon
- Finisher Dog Tag (comes with registration)
- Dog Bandana (comes with registration)
Human Shirt
Packet Pickup Details
PACKET PICKUP
Coming soon.
Parking Info
The St. Louis Zoo will generously be opening two of their lots for complimentary use by event participants: the Polar Bear lot and the Lemur lot. There is also street parking available throughout Dogtown.
Course Map
FAQs
Please visit our FAQ page here.
Contact information
- Event contact
- Colin O'Brien
- Phone
- 314-686-2655
Registration fees
Where pricing applies, shown amounts include mandatory charges, items, and fees.
5K (Humans) Spots remaining: 353
Registration closes in 22 days 10 hours-
Timed 5K Run. Humans will receive a race shirt and a finisher keychain. *If you want to sign up both you and your dog at the same time, simply click the "Add Another Registrant" at the bottom of the participant information page to add your dog.
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Register for 5K (Humans)$49.91
$45 plus $4.91 processing fee
Now registering Aug 21 – Sep 13
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5K (Dogs) Spots remaining: 175
Registration closes in 22 days 10 hours-
Timed 5K Run. Dogs will receive a bandana and a finisher dog tag. *If you want to sign up both you and your dog at the same time, simply click the "Add Another Registrant" at the bottom of the participant information page to add yourself to the same registration.
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Register for 5K (Dogs)$17.95
$15 plus $2.95 processing fee
Now registering Aug 21 – Sep 13
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1 Mile (Humans)
Registration closes in 22 days 10 hours-
Untimed fun run/walk for humans. Humans will receive a race shirt and a finisher keychain. *If you want to sign up both you and your dog at the same time, simply click the "Add Another Registrant" at the bottom of the participant information page to add your dog.
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Register for 1 Mile (Humans)$33.92
$30 plus $4.25 processing fee
Now registering Aug 21 – Sep 13
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1 Mile (Dogs)
Registration closes in 22 days 10 hours-
Untimed 1 Mile for Dogs. Dogs will receive a bandana and a finisher dog tag. *If you want to sign up both you and your dog at the same time, simply click the "Add Another Registrant" at the bottom of the participant information page to add yourself to the same registration.
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Register for 1 Mile (Dogs)$12.95
$15 plus $2.95 processing fee
Now registering Aug 21 – Sep 13
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