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5KRegistration open

Give a Dog a Job 5k - Benefiting Canine Companions

Saturday, October 10, 2026Richmond, Virginia1,500 spots

Entry from: $25
Days to go: 4

At a glance

Date: Oct 10, 2026
Location: Richmond, Virginia
Distances: 5K
Registration: Registration open until Oct 10, 2026, via runsignup.com
Official site: runsignup.com
Listed from: RunSignUp
Last checked: Oct 5, 2026

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About this race

‍♂️ Join Us for the 8th Annual Give a Dog a Job 5K! ‍♀️

Saturday, October 10, 2026

⏰ Race Starts at 9:00 AM (Chip Timed)

For more than 50 years Canine Companions has been transforming lives by placing expertly trained service dogs with people living with disabilities—at no cost to them! And what better way to celebrate these hardworking dogs than by joining us for a fun-filled morning supporting their incredible mission?

100% of race proceeds go directly to Canine Companions!

When you sign up for our 5K run/walk, you’re doing more than just hitting the pavement—you’re helping GIVE A DOG A JOB and changing lives! You’ll be running and walking alongside fellow dog lovers, puppy raisers, and service dog teams, all coming together to provide greater independence to adults, children, and veterans with disabilities.

Canine Companions service dogs are provided at no charge to those who need them—let’s help make more life-changing placements possible!

This is a family- and pet-friendly event!

Enjoy:

Awards for the overall fastest male & female and top age group finishers

Exciting door prizes

Music

️ Local vendors - mini dog agility - dog sensory area

Help us spread the word! Invite your friends and family and be part of something truly meaningful. We can’t wait to see you at Main Line Brewery for a morning of fun, fitness, and furry friends!

Key dates

Registration opens

Feb 11, 2026

Tier 1 ends

Apr 21, 2026

Tier 2 ends

Jul 20, 2026

Registration closes

Oct 10, 2026

Race day

Oct 10, 2026

Standard ends

Oct 10, 2026

Tier 3 ends

Oct 10, 2026

Pricing

Give A Dog a Job 5K In Person

Tier 3, until Oct 10, 2026

$40

Virtual Give a Dog a Job 5k

Standard, until Oct 10, 2026

$25

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