Pupkin 5pice 5k
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Pupkin 5pice 5k 2026 : Cherokee Park, Louisville
Pupkin 5pice 5k takes place on October 31, 2026 at Hogan’s Fountain in Cherokee Park, 745 Cochran Hill Road, Louisville, KY. The event is part of the River City Races Run the 502 series; participants who complete six races on the series calendar earn a Run the 502 finisher medal with charms for each race finished.
The event offers an in person 5k and virtual options, including a virtual entry with packet mailing. Virtual participants submit their times online; some virtual options require packet pickup while the packet mailing option delivers materials. Family of four registration is available with a savings offer.
Race entry includes a race shirt in a range of sizes, a finisher medal, a finisher certificate with time and place, and a free pet bandana while supplies last. The day features a pet parade and a costume contest with multiple award categories, and separate costume contest awards are offered for a variety of human and pet categories.
The event supports Friends of Metro Animal Services Louisville. Fundraising incentives include a refund of the entry fee for participants who raise a specified minimum for the charity partner. New this year the event will collect donations for the Metro Animal Services Pet Food Pantry and will offer a coupon for a free Jeff’s Donuts in exchange for donated items.
Awards are presented to top overall and age group finishers, and to masters and grandmasters. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
