Jog for Dogs

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2026
Join the 7th annual Jog for Dogs fundraising event in Valley View on September 20, 2026. Choose from a 5K run or 1 mile walk along the scenic Towpath Trail, with a virtual option available. The day supports shelter dogs and features a lively afterparty with vendors, food, and entertainment.
Sun 20 Sep 2026
5 kilometers

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Event Details

The Jog for Dogs is a fundraising event scheduled for Sunday, September 20, 2026, in Valley View, Ohio. The event address is 8333 Rockside Rd, Valley View, OH 44125. This is noted as the 7th annual edition.

The route takes place along the Towpath Trail, described as a seamless pathway with foliage in mid-September.

Available Events

  • 5K Run
  • 1 Mile Walk
  • Virtual 5K/1 Mile Walk

Participation and Registration

Standard registration fees are listed as $40 for the in-person 5K and 1 Mile events. Virtual registration is $45, which includes packet mailing after the event. Children 10 years and under can participate for free and receive a goodie bag, but not a t-shirt or finisher medal. Prices increase on race weekend.

Registration for the 2026 event is scheduled to open on March 1, 2026.

What's Included

Registered participants for the in-person events receive a custom finisher medal, a 2024 event t-shirt (size guaranteed if registered by September 10, 2026), a logo'd bag, and access to race photographs. The 5K run features chip-timed results.

The event includes an afterparty with awards, raffles, contests, dozens of vendors, live entertainment, and food trucks. The fundraiser supports the medical care for stray dogs entering a shelter. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
5k Run
1 Mile Walk
Virtual 5k/1mile Walk