Palos Park Doggie Dash
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Palos Park Doggie Dash
The Palos Park Doggie Dash is the fourth annual community running event held on May 16, 2026 at the Palos Park Recreation Center, 8901 W. 123rd Street, Palos Park, IL. The event offers two distance options:
- 5K Run/Walk
- 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk (with or without dog)
The 1 mile route is a loop that follows Forest Glen Blvd, 91st Ave, 126th Street, 89th Ave, Rosewood Ave, and returns to Forest Glen Blvd. The 5K follows much of the same initial path but continues onto Ridge Ave and 88th Ave, with a turnaround at 120th Street for an out-and-back return to the finish line.
All participants receive a finisher medal; there are no overall or age group awards. Participants who wish to guarantee a race shirt and medal must be registered by May 1, 2026. Pre-race packet pick up is scheduled for Friday, May 15 at the Palos Park Recreation Center and packet pick up is also available on race day.
Dogs are welcome but must remain on a leash at all times; leashes longer than 6 feet are not permitted. The event includes a post-race village on The Village Green with food, local pet-themed vendors, a Woof & Whisker Market, and a Pup Parade that awards prizes for Best Costume, Cutest, and Best Personality.
The event is scheduled to proceed rain or shine; staff may cancel for inclement weather and registration is non-refundable. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
