Coon Dog Day 5k
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Coon Dog Day Festival, Saluda NC
Coon Dog Day is a long-established community festival in Saluda, North Carolina, held since 1963 to celebrate the town's heritage and community spirit. Historic downtown fills with a parade and a concentration of local vendors, while public parking with shuttle service is provided from Howard Gap Road.
The program includes a variety of dog-centered events, notably an AKC registered coon hound dog show with same-day registration available and the "Every Dog's a Star" contest and fundraiser for the Foothills Humane Society. The day also features a 5k fun run with start and finish at Saluda Elementary School on Main Street, an agility event listed as Fight Fighter Agility, and live music at the McCreery Park Amphitheater. Evening activities listed for the festival include community dancing and square dancing.
Parade and vendor participation require prior registration; some activities note pre-registration or registration deadlines. Volunteer and vendor application options are part of the event organization. The description emphasizes small-town traditions, family-friendly activities, and multiple scheduled elements across downtown Saluda and nearby park and school locations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
