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Parks & Paws 5K Fun Run

Washington, North Carolina · Saturday, April 18, 2026

The Parks & Paws 5K Fun Run is a 5k, fun run, running, and walking event held on Saturday, April 18, 2026. It is located in Washington, North Carolina.

Date
Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Location
Washington, North Carolina
27889
United States
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Join us for the Parks & Paws 3rd Annual 5K, a fun run/walk benefiting the Humane Society of Beaufort County, NC! Whether you’re running solo or bringing your four-legged friend, this event is the perfect way to get moving and support a great cause.

This will be a timed race with medals for the top 3 Male & Female Runners

Race package pickup is the morning of the race at the Goose Creek State Park Visitor Center from 7:30 – 8:20 am. Every 5K participant who signs up before the March 27th deadline will receive a race t-shirt.

$40, same-day registration is also available at the Goose Creek State Park Visitor Center from 7:30 – 8:20 am.

Stay around after the run for the Parks & Paws Festival from 9 am – 1 pm, featuring local vendors, demos, food, and fun!

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