Give a Dog a Job 5k
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Event Details
The Give a Dog a Job 5k is a running and walking event scheduled for October 10, 2026. It takes place at Dory Park in Henrico, Virginia.
Distance and Format
The event features a 5k distance. It is chip-timed and offers both in-person and virtual participation options.
Beneficiary
All proceeds from the event go directly to Canine Companions, an organization that provides service dogs to people with disabilities at no cost. This is the 8th annual edition of the event.
Event Features
The event is family- and pet-friendly. Activities include awards for the overall fastest male and female participants, as well as top age group finishers. There are door prizes, music, local vendors, and a Kids Zone.
Registration
Registration fees are $35 for the in-person 5k and $25 for the virtual option. Discounted rates are available for younger age groups: free for ages 0-10, $15 for ages 11-15, and $20 for ages 16-21. Tribute signs can be purchased for $60 to honor a loved one, with a deadline for display at the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
