Tails on the Trail 5K

AUG

29

2026

Support pets in need at this community event on the Old Plank Road Trail. Choose a professionally timed 5K or a relaxed 1-mile walk where leashed dogs are welcome. All proceeds benefit the South Suburban Humane Society.

Sat 29 Aug 2026

Matteson, Illinois

Registration

5 kilometers

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Event Details

The Tails on the Trail 5K & 1-Mile Wag & Walk takes place in Matteson, Illinois on August 29, 2026. The event location is at the South Suburban Humane Society on 21800 Central Ave.

Event Distances

Participants can choose between two options:

5K Run/Walk: A professionally timed event.
1-Mile Wag & Walk: A relaxed walk where friendly, leashed pets are welcome.

Beneficiary

Proceeds from the event benefit the South Suburban Humane Society. The funds support medical treatment, spay/neuter services, food, and daily care for animals.

Registration Information

Registration for the 5K is listed at $45 and for the 1-mile walk at $30. Participants who register by August 8, 2026, are guaranteed their requested shirt size. There is also a discount available for those who choose not to receive a shirt. Packet pickup is available on the Wednesday before the event and on the morning of the event at specified locations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km

5k Run/walk

1-Mile Wag & Walk