About
Event Overview
Attention all animal lovers! Runners, walkers, and 4-legged friends of all ages are invited to Madisonville City Park for our first annual Hopkins County Humane Society RUN FOR THE PAWS 5K Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run.
As a non-profit organization, The Hopkins County Humane Society relies on the generosity of our community and their donations throughout the year to continue our mission of helping animals in need. Mark your calendars for June 14th and join us for a fun-filled day of running, walking, and wagging tails! All proceeds from the event will go directly to supporting the Hopkins County Humane Society and the animals in our care.
Course Description & Map
The race will start near the playground area. All loops are run counter-clockwise. We will have flags and volunteers to help you stay on course! Please stay inside the flags on the grassy areas. The kids fun run will be first, they will run a .25 mile loop near the playground. Start/Finish is the same as the 5k. 5k will start at the playground area, running a 1.55 mile loop two twice.
Schedule
The Kids Fun Run will start at 8:00am and the 5k Run/Walk will start at 8:15am.
Registration & Pricing
Registration ends May 26, 2025 at 11:59pm CDT. Pricing: Over 18 5k - $25, Under 18 5k - $18, Virtual 5k - $25, Kids (under 12) 1/4 mile Fun Run - $10.
Packet Pickup Details
Participants are encouraged to bring donations of dry and soft, dog, puppy and cat food, blankets and cleaning supplies (bleach, dish soap, cleaning cloths, disinfecting wipes, etc.)
What to Bring
Participants are encouraged to bring donations of dry and soft, dog, puppy and cat food, blankets and cleaning supplies (bleach, dish soap, cleaning cloths, disinfecting wipes, etc.).
Race Day Info
Parking is available in all designated parking areas. Please note, in order to be guaranteed a race t-shirt you must register before May 26th.
Awards & Categories
Prizes will be awarded to First Male and First Female in the following categories: Overall 5k, Overall 5k Under 18, Overall 5k Over 40, First Dog 5k, First Stroller 5k, Medals to first boy and girl in the Kids Fun Run.
Parking & Transportation
Parking is available in all designated parking areas.
Contact Information
If you have any questions about this race, please contact the race director.
Cancellation Policy
For details on the cancellation policy, please refer to the race website.
