Walk for Paws 5K
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Event Overview
The Walk for Paws takes place at the Harrisburg Area Community College (HACC) in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. This event is organized by the Humane Society of Harrisburg Area and serves as a fundraiser to support their mission of caring for homeless, abandoned, and lost pets in Dauphin, Cumberland, and Perry Counties. Participants can choose between different formats depending on their age and preference.
The event features the following distances:
- 3.1 Miles (5k Color Run)
- 1 Mile Walk
The 5k route is a color run situated on the HACC campus grounds. Participants who register for the event receive an event t-shirt. For those competing in the 3.1 Miles distance, the race is professionally timed, and results are published online after the event. Trophies are awarded to the top two finishers in the over 18 and under 17 age categories.
Standard amenities at the venue include a variety of vendors and food trucks. The event area also features a dedicated kid fun zone and the presence of adoptable dogs from the shelter. This gathering functions as both a community sports event and a resource for animal welfare programs and services provided by the Humane Society. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
