PAWS Zombie Walk 5k
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PAWS Zombie Walk & Furry 5k
PAWS presents the 5th annual Zombie Walk & Furry 5k, held in Middletown, Ohio, on October 24, 2026. The event uses Gravel Road Brewing Co as the start and finish location at 916 1st Avenue and follows a route that utilizes the bike path and wide downtown sidewalks. The listed distance is 3.1 Miles.
The event is dog friendly. Participants can expect treats, exercise, social opportunities for dogs, and costume elements for pets. Humans are offered keepsake finisher awards for their pets, goodie bags, raffles, and a costume contest with categories for best dog costume, best human costume, and best matching dog and owner costume. Awards for the run include 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place for pups under 50 pounds and 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place for pups over 50 pounds. A shirt preorder option is available for $15 with an October 10 deadline.
Registration opened February 16, 2026. Early registration is priced at $25 through September 30; registration from October 1 through October 23 is $30; race day registration on October 24 is $35. Ample free parking is available nearby, with a large lot noted a block away at 26 S Broad Street and an additional public lot behind the SORG Opera House at 63 S Main Street. A dog is not required to register; a dog is required only to be eligible for pet awards. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
