Run for the Animals 5K 2026

The race.

Run for the Animals 5K takes place October 4, 2026, at Karst Farm Park in Bloomington, Indiana, with proceeds supporting the Monroe County Humane Association. The timed event features a 5K run/walk course that loops through the Monroe County Fairgrounds, with separate 9:30 AM start for runners and 9:35 AM start for walkers. Registration includes an official event t-shirt and sponsor items. Packet pickup occurs Saturday, October 3 from 10 AM–12 PM and 5–7 PM, or Sunday starting at 8 AM until 9:15 AM. The event includes a youth 5K division for ages 12 and under, dog registration (dogs must be spayed/neutered and current on rabies vaccination), awards by age group and category, pet contests, and raffles held after the 10:30 AM awards ceremony near the start/finish line.