Tails and Trails 5K Run/2K Walk
Sat, May 9, 2026, 7:30 AM EDT
- Location
- Chester Springs, PA
- 1149 Pike Springs Rd, 19425
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
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At a glance
Who it's for
- Beginner Friendly
- Family Friendly
Beginner Friendly
Family FriendlyGreat for: beginners, families
Perks & features
- After-Party
- Shirt
After-Party
ShirtFrom the public listing — confirm on the official site.
Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.
Distances & registration
8 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 1.24 Miles
Sat, May 9, 7:30 AM EDT · From $44.90
Opens Jan 23, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes May 7, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
- 1.24 Miles
Sat, May 9, 7:30 AM EDT · From $23.00
Opens Jan 24, 2026, 6:00 AM EST · Closes May 7, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
- 3.1 Miles
Sat, May 9, 7:30 AM EDT · From $44.90
Opens Jan 23, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes May 7, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
+ 5 more optionsHide
- 3.1 Miles
Sat, May 9, 7:30 AM EDT · From $23.00
Opens Jan 23, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes May 7, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
VIRTUAL 5K Run/2K Walk
Sat, May 9, 7:30 AM EDT · From $44.90
Opens Jan 23, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes May 9, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
VIRTUAL 5K Run/2K Walk (Children 11-15)
Sat, May 9, 7:30 AM EDT · From $23.00
Opens Jan 23, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes May 9, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
Furry Friend Registration (Bandana)
Sat, May 9, 7:30 AM EDT · From $12.00
Opens Jan 23, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes May 9, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT
No Sweat Participant (Tee Shirt Purchase ONLY)
Sat, May 9, 7:30 AM EDT · From $23.00
Opens Jan 23, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes May 9, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
The course
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Vibe Check
Steady Effort
Steady Effort5K distance, mountainous area, typically mild weather
Based on typical seasonal and area patterns — not a course map or official forecast.
From the organizer
In-Person Run/Walk Participant Information
Join us on Saturday, May 9, at Main Line Animal Rescue
(1149 Pike Springs Road, Chester Springs, PA)
7:30 am Registration Opens 9:00 am Runners Begin 9:15 am Walkers Begin 10:15 am Beverage Garden/After-Party Opens 12:00 pm Event concludes
Register by selecting one of the options above (run or walk).
Friends, family, kid-friendly dogs, and dog-friendly kids are welcome to register to attend.
Please note: If you register later than Monday, April 21, we cannot guarantee the official 2026 Tails & Trails Race Shirt. We can potentially provide an alternative Tails & Trails race shirt.
Other Activities:
Music
Raffle Baskets
50/50 Drawing
Adoptable Animals
Beverage Garden
Games
Local Vendors
Take Home Crafts
Photo Ops
More
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Virtual Run/Walk Participant Information
Register by selecting the virtual option above. Complete your run/walk out on the road, on your favorite trails, or on your indoor treadmill on or around Saturday, May 9, 2026.
Track your mileage through apps Strava, Runkeeper, Apple watch, Pacer, Run with Map My Run, or RunGo. Tag us on social media! Use #tailsandtrails2026 @mainlineaninmalrescue @pspca so we can see you before, during, or after your run or walk. Be sure to include your furry friends, of course!
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