Dog Daze 5K
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Dog Daze 5K
Dog Daze is a 5K running event held on February 6, 2027, at Olde Woodlands Park, 6500 Olde Knight Parkway, Columbia, SC 29209. The event benefits Animal Mission of the Midlands, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides low-cost spay and neuter services, microchipping, and vaccines. The nonprofit partners with Columbia Animal Services and area veterinarians and supports a voucher program that helps thousands of pets annually.
The event includes creative awards and dog-themed shirts. Dogs are welcome on course but must be on leash; there are special awards for the top three dogs to finish. The course is noted as fast and PR-friendly and was formerly called the "Sweat It Out 5K."
Registration details provided are: registration opens 8/7/2026 and closes 9/29/2026, with a registration fee of $35. The race is capped at 500 runners and was sold out in the previous year. The event runs rain or shine; there are no refunds, no deferrals, and no bib transfers after 1/31/2027.
The description lists the main logistical and event elements so participants and observers can understand the format, beneficiary, participant limits, and key rules. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
