Soles 4 Paws 5K
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Soles 4 Paws 5K, Carthage Municipal Park
Soles 4 Paws 5K is a community run and walk held on September 26, 2026, at Carthage Municipal Park, 521 Robert Ellis Young Drive, Carthage, MO 64836. Net proceeds support the Carthage Humane Society.
The event offers multiple course options:
- 5K Solo Run/Walk, electronic bib and timing
- 5K Canine Run/Walk, handler and dog team awards
- 1K Run/Walk, open to participants with or without pets
- 5K Canine Run/Walk virtual option available
The 1K is held before the 5K and the 5K Solo and 5K Canine races are run concurrently with a short delay between them to provide safe conditions. The 5K uses electronic bibs and timing and is a USATF certified course. Participants with dogs must use non-retractable leashes. Baby joggers and strollers are welcome. Finisher awards are given for all participants in listed events; competitive awards are given to top overall and age group finishers and to top handler and dog teams.
Registration fees and windows are set by the organizer: in-person 5K entries list a fee of $30, the 1K lists $25, and a virtual 5K canine option lists $50. Race-tech shirts are optional at registration and are guaranteed for delivery on race day if ordered by September 20. Event vendors and contributors include Blue Buffalo, Howliday Tail Wagon, A-Ray Neosho, JV Photography, The RunAround, Resonation, and Joplin RoadRunners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
