Ready, Set, Sniff 5K

Ready, Set, SNIFF! 5K at BARCStoberfest is a pet-friendly fundraiser in Baltimore’s Patterson Park, part of the 21st annual BARCS event. Participants can run or walk the 5K on the same course as in previous years, with the first loop following the original walk path for those who prefer it. A new Half-Mile Pet Parade invites pets of all sizes and their people to join the festival, with a fundraising minimum to participate.

Registration includes an ultra-soft commemorative T-shirt, a doggie bandana, and a drink in the dog-friendly beer garden. All proceeds support BARCS’ animal-care programs, and the festival features food trucks, live music, games, and adoptable pets. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.