K9 Candy Cane 5K
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Event overview
The K9 Candy Cane 5K Fun Run and Walk takes place on Sunday, December 7, 2025, in Renton, WA at the Renton Community Center Campus (1719 SE Maple Valley Hwy). The out-and-back route runs along the paved Cedar River Trail and returns to the community center. Chip timing is provided by Bell Lap Productions. Awards will be given to the top three finishers overall in female, male, non binary, and youth categories. All participants receive free event stickers.
Registration, logistics and rules
Registration is offered in multiple windows from late August through early December, with different fees by age group and registration period; early and standard registrants are guaranteed a hooded sweatshirt while late registrants are not. Pre-registered participants may pick up race bibs and sweatshirts the day before the event at the Renton Community Center, and on-site pickup is available the morning of the event. Timing concludes 45 minutes after the start of the race; recreational finishers after that time are not eligible for timing. Dogs are allowed with restrictions: no more than two dogs per person, no dogs under six months, dogs must be leashed (maximum 6 feet), current on vaccinations, and owners must pick up after their dogs. Strollers are permitted. The event also includes a pet food drive; participants are asked to bring cans or bags of pet food for local donation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.