Bark in the Park 4 Mile or 1 Mile Run and Walk

Bark in the Park 4 Mile or 1 Mile Run and Walk
Saturday, Sep 14, 2024 from 8:30am to 10:00am
Beckley Creek Park
1411 Beckley Creek Parkway
$35-$45

Bark in the Park 4 Mile or 1 Mile Run/Walk

Run, Walk, or Stroll in Support of Animal Care Society!

Celebrate Animal Care Society's 40th Anniversary at Bark in the Park! In honor of our 40th Anniversary, we've extended this year's course to 4 miles -- as we ask participants to join us in going "4 for 40!" Not up for a four mile run? This year we're offering a one mile walk/run/stroll option for four legged and two legged supporters alike! Join us Saturday, September 14th for a day of fun for the entire family -- with a new venue and all new course -- at The Parklands of Floyd's Fork!

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 Medals with charms of all the races finished. Click here for more details, to see the medal and register (no fee to register for the Run the 502).

Join us for our 21st annual Bark in the Park! Bark in the Park is a timed 5k Woof Walk & Run held September 14th.

Participate in the thrilling 4 Mile run and walk, or take part in a one mile run/walk. We'll have festivities for the entire family, including: contests, games, food, entertainment, and a vendor village with over 40 artisans and merchants! Come together with fellow pet lovers and make unforgettable memories at this spectacular event, all while supporting a great cause. Mark your calendars and get ready for a paw-some time at Bark in the Park!

Participants will receive a t-shirt, finisher medal, and wag bag with lots of goodies from our sponsors (limited to 500 participants). Benefiting the lifesaving work we do; you won't want to miss out on all the fun! Virtual packets will not be mailed, must be picked up at packet pickup but you may have someone pick up for you.

And to celebrate the Animal Care Society's 40th year they have commisioned a special finisher medal for both the 4 Milers and the 1 Milers.  Pictured below, the middle spins around!  How cool is that!

Join us for a day filled with excitement, including:

Over 40 vendors

Interactive lure course for dogs

Kids zone

Delicious food trucks

Costume contest

Blessing of the animals

The return of our fan-favorite Pet of the Year Contest!

Plus, this year's event is extra special as we celebrate Animal Care Society's 40th Anniversary! 

Don't miss out on the biggest Bark in the Park yet – it's going to be an event to remember!

Course Map

Race Fee: 

$35 through 9/11

$40 through 9/13

$45 race day

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