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Doggie Dash 5k

Sat, Oct 10, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT

Location
Rocky Mount, VA
433 NORTH MAIN STREET, 24151
Featured distance
3.14 Miles
Type
RUN
Official registration

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At a glance

Lace up with your pup for the Doggie Dash 5K, a scenic community run supporting the Franklin County Animal Shelter and helping pets find homes.

  • Fun
  • Scenic
  • Quirky
  • For a Cause

The 3rd Annual Doggie Dash 5K invites runners, walkers, and their canine companions for a heartwarming community event. Experience a scenic and fun route while supporting the Franklin County Animal Shelter. This popular gathering promises a morning filled with energy, smiles, and wagging tails, connecting animal lovers and helping pets find forever homes. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or enjoying a leisurely stroll, this event celebrates activity and compassion. Stay tuned for details on race packets, adoption opportunities, and post-race festivities.

What to expect

  • Run or walk alongside your four-legged friend on a scenic and enjoyable route.
  • Connect with fellow animal lovers and support the Franklin County Animal Shelter.
  • Look forward to post-race festivities and potential adoption opportunities.

Standout details

  • Run with your dog
  • Supports Franklin County Animal Shelter
  • Scenic and fun route
  • Adoption opportunities

Perks & features

  • Dog-Friendly

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Vibe Check

Easygoing

The course

  • Hilly
  • Timed race
From the organizer

3rd Annual Doggie Dash 5K Get ready to lace up your sneakers and leash up your pup for the 3rd Annual Doggie Dash 5K! 🐾 8:00 am October 10, 2026

Join us for another tail-wagging good time as runners, walkers, and their four-legged friends hit the course together to support the Franklin County Animal Shelter. After rave reviews from last year, we’re excited to bring back our new and improved route — a scenic and fun path that everyone loved!

This community favorite event, sponsored by Cornerstone Building Brands, promises a morning full of energy, smiles, and plenty of wagging tails. Whether you’re running for time or strolling for fun, it’s all about getting active, connecting with fellow animal lovers, and helping pets in need find their forever homes.

Stay tuned for details on race packets, adoption opportunities, and post-race festivities — this is one event you won’t want to miss!

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