This race is part of the River City Races Run the 502 series. Run six races on our calendar and get a Run the 502 Finisher Medal with charms of all the races finished. Click here for more details and to register for the Run the 502.
SAVE WITH A FAMILY OF FOUR REGISTRATION
Register a Family of Four and save $10 off the registration fee.
Join us at Hogan's Fountain in Cherokee Park for a fun filled fall morning of costumes, pets and dog treats at the finish line!
Race entry includes:
Gender specific, short sleeve Pupkin Spice tech shirt
Finisher medal
Finisher certificate with time and place
Free bandana for your pet (while supplies last)
Pet Parade and Costume Contest
Raise $150 for our Charity Partner the Friends of Metro Animal Services Louisville and your entry is free
Costume Contest Awards for:
Most Original Costume
Best Pet Costume
Best Couple Costume
Best Family/Group Costume
Best Runner/Stroller Costume
Best Human/Pet Look-a-Like
Best Human/Pet Costume Couple
Funniest Pet Costume
Scariest Pet Costume
Best Pet “Tolerating a Clearly Incredibly Annoying to Wear Costume
OUR CHARITY PARTNER
Who We Are
Friends of Metro Animal Services (FOMAS) is the sole fundraising entity for Metro Animal Services (MAS) in Louisville, Kentucky. FOMAS works hard to provide additional dollars for Metro Animal Services. Those funds make it possible for the shelter to go above and beyond, and offer services that exceed what MAS' government budget allows.
What We Do
FOMAS serves as an ambassador for public awareness, community-wide collaboration, and fundraising for Metro Animal Services. We provide this support through multiple ongoing programs and special capacity building projects.
FOMAS Programs
Pay It Forward – Pay It Forward covers the adoption fees for cats older than 6 months, large breed dogs weighing 40 lbs. or more, and senior shelter pets.
Long-Stay Champion VIP – Adoption fees are covered by FOMAS for Long-Stay Champions (i.e., dogs that have been in the shelter 30 days or longer). Adopters also receive a free VIP package valued at approximately $250. The VIP package includes items such as: Vaccinations (3 years); Canine License (1 year); Heartworm preventative (6 months); a harness and large crate (upon request).
Waived Redemption Fees – When the shelter is full, FOMAS covers the cost of the redemption fees for owners who are reclaiming their pets. This allows owners to be reunited with their pets without the burden of additional costs.
Medical Voucher Program - FOMAS approved a $60,000 Medical Voucher Program for 2024/2025. The goal is to help individuals in the community who need extra support in getting their animals much-needed care.
RACE DAY PARKING
There is a parking lot at Hogan’s Fountain plus marked spaces on the Scenic Loop. Parking is very limited so arrive early, carpool or park outside the loop and walk in (see map below).
