Weather has cooled, Halloween decorations are out, and we are ready to make a run for PAWS! We are calling all dog walkers, runners, and Halloween enthusiasts as PAWS proudly presents the 5th annual Zombie Walk & Furry 5k!
This Halloween is going to the dogs! Your pups can expect all of their favorites at the Zombie Walk & Furry 5k! Treats, exercise, new pals to sniff and of course the cutest costumes! Humans can expect a cute keepsake finisher award for their pets, goodie bags, raffles, and a costume contest!
We are happy to announce that we are partnering with Gravel Road Brewing again as our starting/ending location! Utilizing the bike path and wide scenic downtown sidewalks!
Ample free parking can be found nearby, the largest lot is a block away at 26 S Broad Street! Behind the SORG Opera House.
Pricing:
- Early registration will be $25 a runner, through Sept. 30.
- Registration from Oct. 1 through Oct. 24 will be $30 a runner.
- Race day registration (Oct. 25) will be $35 a runner.
- Sign up at https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Middletown/PAWSZombieWalkFurry5k
Important Times:
- 9:00 AM – race day registration
- 10:00 AM – race begins
Awards:
- 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Place for pups under 50lbs
- 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place for pups over 50lbs
Shirts:
- $15 per shirt
- Deadline to preorder a shirt is October 1st
Costume Contest:
- Best dog costume
- Best human costume
- Best matching dog and owner costume
*You do not need to run with a dog to sign up. Only to win an award.
A HUGE thank you to our Zombie Walk and Furry 5k sponsors, Cat Care Hospital (https://catcarecincinnati.com/) and Clubhouse Sports Grille (https://www.theclubhousesportsgrille.com/)! PAWS is able to help the dogs and cats that come to our shelter due to the fantastic support of our volunteers, staff, donors, and sponsors. Thank you Cat Care Hospital and Clubhouse for supporting our event and helping all of our PAWS crew!