2026 Woofstock 5K and Walk-A-Thon

Get ready, Capital Region! The 5th Annual Woofstock is back and bigger than ever at the Lions Pavilion in Collins Park, Scotia! Woofstock is one of the area’s largest outdoor fundraising festivals celebrating dogs, their people, and the joy they bring.

Morning 5K Run & Walk-A-Thon
Start your day off right by joining our 5K Run or Walk-A-Thon! Bring your furry friend, family, or go solo—every participant helps support the animals at the APF. Check in at the 5k Check In station near the Lions Pavilion between 9:00 am and 9:45 am, then hit the course at 10:00am sharp. Register now via the Walker and Runner Registration button for either the 5K or Walk-A-Thon.

Woofstock Music Festival
After the run, stick around for the Woofstock Music Festival! Enjoy live tunes, explore food and pet-friendly vendors, sip on local beer donated by Paradox Brewing Company and Woodstock Brewing, and shop for unique pet products.

Perks & Prizes

5K/Walk-A-Thon participants receive automatic admission to the festival, a 5K T-shirt (gauranteed shirt if registered by 5/1/26), and a 5k drawstring bag (for the first 300 signed up).
Fundraise $100 and recieve an additional festival 2026 Woofstock shirt (while supplies last).
Highest fundraising individual and team win prizes!
Children 12 and under walk for FREE.*

To receive a runner’s bib, T-shirt, and swag for your child, please select the paid child admission option.

Important Info

All sales are final.
This is a rain or shine event—no rain date will be scheduled.

Join us in supporting thousands of animals each year at the APF—your participation makes a real difference. Grab your leash, rally your pack, and come celebrate at Woofstock 2026!

Special thanks to our Presenting Sponsor Star Roofing and our Headline Sponsor Upstate Veterinary Specialties!

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How does fundraising work?- Once you register, you will be prompted to share your fundraising page. You can share your link with friends and family or share it on your social media pages. When they click on this link, they can donate to your overall fundraising goal.
What is the $50 minimum committment?- When you register, you will check a box saying that you agree to fundraise $50 towards the event. Your $30 registration fee counts towards this $50. Whatever funds you raise by sharing your link will also be applied towards this committment. Example 1: I register for the walk-a-thon for $30. I then share my link with friends who contribute another $20 toward my goal. At this point I have reached my fundraising goal. Example 2: I register for the walk-a-thon for $30. I then share my link and my friends only contribute $15 toward my goal by June 7. Since I did not reach my fundraising goal, the remaining $5 will be deducted from my card on file following the event.
What is included with my registration?- All registrants will recieve a complimentary Woofstock Runner T-Shirt while supplies last. They will also receive pre-complimentary race bags and admission into the Woofstock festival that follows. If registrants fundraise $100, they will recieve an additional 2026 Woofstock Shirt while supplies last.
Who should I contact with additional questions?- Please email Samantha, our Development and Events Manager, at yagy@animalprotective.org.
Are there prizes?- Highest Fundraising Individual and Highest Fundraising team will get a medal.