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Bark & Bolt

Hendersonville, North Carolina · Saturday, August 1, 2026

The Bark & Bolt is a 5k, cycling, running, virtual, and walking event held on Saturday, August 1, 2026. It is located at East Clairmont Drive in Hendersonville, North Carolina.

Date
Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Location
East Clairmont Drive
Hendersonville, North Carolina
28738
United States
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Ready, Set… WOOF! 🐾

Join us at Patton Park on Saturday, August 1 for the 4th Annual Bark & Bolt Races, presented by Hunter Subaru, in Hendersonville.

This family and pup-friendly morning celebration features something for everyone — two-legged and four-legged alike.

Choose from the Bark & Bolt 5K or One Mile, and have the option to join in the crowd-favorite 100-Meter Paw Pursuit. New for 2026, all registered participants will earn a Bark & Bolt finisher medal, making this year’s event extra special!

After the races, stick around for the Top Dog Contest and Bark in the Park Dog Fair, featuring local, pet-friendly vendors and community partners.

We’re proud to partner with Blue Ridge Humane Society, helping support rescue efforts and connect more pups with loving homes.

New & Noteworthy for 2026

  • New! Official Bark & Bolt Finisher Medal

  • Youth pricing available: $25 early/$30 late

  • Youth-sized race tee options

  • New! Bike Corral option — ride your bike to the event and earn a fun thank-you incentive!

Whether you’re running with your dog, walking with family, or cheering from the sidelines, Bark & Bolt is all about community, connection, and celebrating our love for dogs. Come make a morning of it — and help us make tails wag all across Hendersonville.

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