Fast & Furriest 5K
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Event details
The 11th Annual Fast & Furriest 5K/1M takes place in Walkersville, Maryland, with the live event on April 19, 2026. The event includes both on-site and virtual options. Distances offered:
- 5K live run (No Dog)
- 5K live run (With Dog)
- 1M live untimed walk
- 5K virtual run
- 1M virtual walk
Place: Heritage Farm Park, 9236 Devilbiss Bridge Road, Walkersville, MD 21793.
Course, registration and awards
The course is entirely within the park grounds and is paved except for small crossing areas that may have light gravel. The event site, check-in area and vendor area are on grass and can be wet in the morning. Leashed dogs are allowed on the course; organizers request 4-6 foot leashes and no retractable leashes. Runners who register in the "With Dog" category are identified for awards and remain eligible for age-level awards.
Shirts are available by reservation only; the last date to reserve a shirt is March 31. Children aged 0-10 register free and do not have a shirt option unless arranged before April 4. On-site awards for runners include top overall male and female, running-with-dog places, and 1st/2nd in specified age groups. The event benefits Operation Paws for Homes, an all-breed 501(c)(3) dog rescue, and supports the medical needs of rescued dogs. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.