Pupkin 5pice 5k
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Pupkin 5pice 5k 2026
Pupkin 5pice 5k is an event held on October 31, 2026 at Hogan's Fountain in Cherokee Park, Louisville, KY. The event offers both an in-person 5k and a virtual 5k option with instructions and a submission window for virtual results. Packet pickup takes place the day before the event at Ken Combs Running Store on Shelbyville Road; packets will not be mailed.
Race entry includes a long sleeve moisture wicking cotton blend shirt, a finisher medal, free finisher photos, and a free pet bandana while supplies last. There is a pet parade and a costume contest with multiple award categories. Costume contest awards include Most Original Costume; Best Pet Costume; Best Couple Costume; Best Family or Group Costume; Best Runner or Stroller Costume; Best Human and Pet Look-a-Like; Best Human and Pet Costume Couple; Funniest Pet Costume; Scariest Pet Costume; and Best Pet “Tolerating a Clearly Incredibly Annoying to Wear Costume.
Awards are given to the top three male and female overall, first male and female master and grandmaster, and top three male and female in the following age groups: 9 and under; 10-14; 15-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-74; 75-79; and 80 & over.
The event is part of the River City Races Run the 502 series and partners with Friends of Metro Animal Services. The fundraiser shows $1,495.24 raised toward a $3,000 goal. New this year there is a pet food pantry drive with a coupon incentive for donated items.
Distances Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- 5k in person at Hogan's Fountain, Cherokee Park
- Virtual 5k with result submission and mailed medal option
