Paw Prints PetFest & 5K
Eastampton, NJ • October 10, 2026
The timed off road 5K course winds through a wooded trail and registrants have the option of either running or walking ( map of 5K course ). All race participants have the option to run/walk with their dog or cat in stroller. Dogs must be leashed. At the start of the race, all individual runners will go first followed by runners with dogs, then walkers with/without dog or cat in stroller. Proceeds from this event will help fund advanced medical care for shelter animals, trap-neuter-vaccinate-return (TNVR), behavioral training, foster care, and our surrender diversion program. Everyone is encouraged to invite all animal lovers & race enthusiasts to participate! 9:00 am - Check-in and same day registration 10:00 am - 5K run/walk begins 11:00 am - Medals ceremony Plan to stay for the day and enjoy all of the festival activities including food trucks, a band, Tito's Beverage Garden, a raffle basket tent, and much more! All registrants will receive a standard cotton event shirt. Registrants who raise $100 (registration fee not included in this amount) will receive a performance-style, dri-fit event t-shirt. Get involved today by forming a team with your friends and family or registering as an individual. For more information about our mission, visit the Friends of BCAS website !
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