Pups & Pastries
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About the race
Pups & Pastries takes place on September 12, 2026 in Cary, NC at 201 Soccer Park Drive. The event supports Second Chance Pet Adoptions and includes both in-person and virtual race options. Races and event options: - Doggie Dash 6.5 Mile - 6.5 Mile - Doggie Dash 5K - 5K - Virtual 6.5 Mile - Virtual 5K - Fun Mile - Kids in Strollers (ages 4 and under) - Virtual Fun Mile - Exhibitor slot Dog and participant rules are stated for safety: dogs are only allowed in the Doggie Dash 5K and Doggie Dash 6.5 Mile, one dog per registered runner, and dogs must remain on leashes. A $10 dog registration fee applies and the full amount supports Second Chance Pet Adoptions.
Children 12 and younger are not permitted in the Doggie Dash races; a separate Kids in Strollers option is available for ages four and under. Registration details note that 5K and 6.5 Mile participants receive a shirt and a finisher medal, and Fun Mile participants receive a medal; some virtual entries include shipping. The event offers over $4,000 in potential awards and lists course records for the WakeMed Soccer Park course for both 5K and 6.5 Mile races. RaceJoy will provide live phone tracking and GPS progress features for the event. Fit & Able Productions organizes the event; the organization is a nonprofit that has run community fitness events since 1997. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
