Bark in the Park 5k
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Bark in the Park 5k & 1 Mile Woof Walk 2026
Bark in the Park takes place on September 19, 2026 at Beckley Creek Park, 1421 Beckley Creek Parkway, Louisville KY. The event is presented as part of the River City Races Run the 502 series and benefits the Animal Care Society.
Distances offered include:
- 5K professionally timed
- Virtual 5K completed independently with post-event result submission
- One Mile Woof Walk open to walkers, joggers, and runners
The day includes a family friendly festival with pet friendly vendors, live entertainment, an interactive lure course for dogs, costume contests, kids activities, and a Pet of the Year contest. Packet pickup is available at Ken Combs Running Store, 4137 Shelbyville Rd, on Friday, September 18 from 11:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m., and race day packet pickup is at the PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP Pavilion in Beckley Creek Park.
All finishers in both the 5K and the 1 Mile Woof Walk receive a finisher medal. Participants receive a short sleeve cotton blend race shirt. Awards are given to the top three male and female overall finishers and to the top three in multiple age groups from 9 and under through 80 and over.
The event highlights fundraising for the Animal Care Society, with options to donate items via listed vendor links and a family of four registration option that saves $10 off standard fees. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
