Bark-A-Thon

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2026

A community 5K run and family festival at North Glenmore Park on September 12, 2026 to raise funds for Pawsitive Match Rescue Foundation. The day includes 5K and 10K routes, a kids 5K, music, games and raffle prizes.

Sat 12 Sep 2026

Festuburt, Alberta

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5K Bark-A-Thon

The 5K Bark-A-Thon takes place on September 12, 2026 at North Glenmore Park, Crowchild Trail Southwest, Calgary, Alberta, Canada. The event raises funds for the Pawsitive Match Rescue Foundation and lists a fundraising goal of CA$15,000.

The event offers several registration options with basic and upgraded packages; the upgraded package includes an event shirt. Children under six are free. Participants pick up bibs and shirts at registration, where volunteers assist.

Course arrangements include a lead cyclist to guide the field and a caboose to follow remaining participants for safety. After the run, a festival is scheduled with food, games, music provided by Country 105, raffle prizes, and a photo backdrop.

Sponsors and partners named for the event include Purina - Nestle Canada, Escape to the Country Pet Retreat, 3FAB Metal Manufacturing Ltd., Screaming Retriever Brewing Co., Country 105 Calgary 770AM The Edge 107.3, and Village Ice Cream.

Distances: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.