Mutt Strut 5k - Midtown
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Event overview
The Mutt Strut 5k is a fundraising 5-kilometer run/walk on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at Rainbow Lake Pavilion in Overton Park, 2080 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, TN. The event benefits Dogs 2nd Chance, a Mid-South dog rescue active since September 2007. The event offers both in-person and virtual options. 100% of proceeds go to the care of the dogs. The event page lists 37 participants and $335.44 raised so far.
Distances
- 5 km in-person
- 5 km virtual
Logistics and rules
Dogs are allowed to participate. Requirements include short leashes only, no retractable leashes, no female dogs in heat, and no puppies under 12 weeks. No child under 18 may run with a dog. Owners must maintain control and assume responsibility for injury or damage; rabies certificates must be provided upon request. Dogs will be provided fresh water during and after the run.
Packet pickup locations:
- Thursday, Oct 9 at Fleet Feet Laurelwood, 4530 Poplar Ave Ste 102, Memphis, TN.
- Friday, Oct 10 at Hollywood Feed Lakeland, 9845 Lake District Dr W Ste 130, Lakeland, TN.
- Saturday morning pickup begins at 7:45 am at the event site.
There is parking throughout the park along Veterans Plaza, Golf Drive, and Morrie Moss Lane. All finishers receive a Mutt Strut 5k medal; awards are given to top placers and to age-group top three finishers. Registration and discount options (MRTC, military, first responder) are offered for in-person and virtual entries. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.