Bark & Brew 5K
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2026 Bark & Brew 5K : Downtown Rochester, MI
The Bark & Brew event on June 7, 2026, presents a community 5K with in-person and virtual participation options. The event is organized by Leader Dogs for the Blind with Chief Financial Credit Union as presenting sponsor. The event location is listed as 400 Water St, Rochester, MI 48307.
The course guides participants through Downtown Rochester into Rochester Municipal Park along Paint Creek, continues onto the Paint Creek Trail, passes the Rochester Library, crosses University Drive, and finishes near Rochester Mills Beer Company. In-person participants receive a race t-shirt, a large race medal, a race bib, and a coupon for a free age-appropriate beverage and food item at the Post-Race Party. The Post-Race Party is located at Rochester Mills Beer Company and offers complimentary beverage options from Rochester Mills Beer Company or Starbucks Coffee and food items from Jersey Mike's Subs or Knapp's Donuts, with music and on-site entertainment.
Race categories include a V.I.PAW in-person package capped at 400 registrants that adds a branded pint glass and a Velour Fingertip Sport Towel to the standard items. A Virtual 5K option includes shipping for race materials. Fundraising proceeds support Leader Dogs for the Blind programs and services provided at no cost to people who are blind or have low vision. The event lists multiple organizational sponsors and partners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
