Our tails are waggin’ with excitement for our upcoming 5K on March 4th at McAlpine Creek Park!
Charlotte’s Dog Jog is a family, fur friendly 5K that is great for all levels of athletes.
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Who's this jog for?
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
McAlpine Creek Park, March 4th, 11:00 AM
Nope! Everyone is welcome, with or without a four-legged friend.
It is a chip-timed race, but you’re welcome to walk.
Yes! We will have the Tin Kitchen there along with Noda Brewing who will be serving beer.
Vaccinated.
No puppies under 4 months old.
Always keep the dog on a leash.
We ask that you please plan to bring doggie bags with you for before, during, and after the race!
If you need to update any details like t-shirt size, update e-mail address, etc. just sign in and click ‘recent registrations’.
No, we will not offer registration the day of the race. You must register by February 20th to guarantee we have your shirt size.
The course is a 5K (3.1m) loop out at McAlpine Creek Park. It is a beautiful course that puts you in touch with nature. Please note, there is one small hill that may be a challenge for some runners. Also, there is a small section where the trail doubles back to the Finish Line. So if your pup would be intimidated by others dogs running toward them, this race may not be a good fit.
There will be water for people and dogs at the Start/Finish line.
It’s a beginner’s level trail run that is not paved and there will be many dogs on leashes. That being said, you may run with a stroller at your discretion.
Packet Pick-Up will be held at Noda Brewing on Friday, March 3rd from 5-8. The address is 150 W 32nd St, Charlotte, NC 28206. You are also welcome to bring your pup to the pick-up just make sure to register Fido beforehand!
If you are unable to make the packet pick-up on Friday we will also hold 2 additional pick-ups at our office earlier in the week. March 1st & 2nd 11:00 - 2:00 at 150 Providence Rd Ste. #300 Charlotte, NC 28207.
Itinerary
10:55 am - Dog Joggers start to line up
11:00 am - START!
11:45 am - The afterparty at McAlpine Park begins!
1:30 pm - Vendors can start to clean up
our Beneficiaries
Meet our August beneficiary
In April 2019, Urban Ministry Center and Men's Shelter of Charlotte merged to become Roof Above.
Roof Above is a comprehensive homeless service provider serving 1,200 people per day through a spectrum of services ranging from street outreach, day services, emergency shelter, and permanent supportive housing. They unite communities to end homelessness, one life at a time.
Since 1978, the Humane Society of Charlotte has been working to improve the welfare of animals in need and build a better community by creating families with healthy, happy pets.
Through its efforts, the Humane Society works to educate pet owners and ensure the safety and well-being of both two-legged and four-legged Charlotteans.
This race is presented by LendScout, a mortgage team within American security Mortgage Co.
LendScout is Charlotte's Premier Mortgage Lender for Home Loans, Refinancing, and Loan Programs.
If you're interested in learning more about the programs we offer, our team, or becoming Pre-Approved connect with us today!
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