About the Dog Day 5K

Join us at Two Rivers Park in Glenwood Springs on Saturday, August 15 for a morning full of wagging tails, fresh air, and community spirit! The Dog Day 5K is a family and dog-friendly 5K race along the Rio Grande Trail benefitting the shelter pets of Colorado Animal Rescue (C.A.R.E.). Whether you're trotting alongside your pup or cheering at the start/finish line, every step helps a pet in need.

RETURNING THIS YEAR! Go solo or gather your pack!

  • Register as an individual or start a team
  • Set a personal or team fundraising goal that inspires you
  • Rally friends, family, and coworkers to help reach our $5,000 goal

Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026

Time: Check-in starts at 8:00am · Race begins at 9:00am

Location: Two Rivers Park · 740 Devereux Rd, Glenwood Springs, CO 81601

Dog Policy: Leashed, well-mannered dogs welcome 

Parking: There is parking available at Two Rivers Park. It is a brief walk down the Rio Grande Trail to the registration checkpoint and the start/finish (behind the bandstand).

Refunds: If conditions are unsafe (i.e. wildfire), the event may be cancelled, rescheduled, or converted to virtual. Registrations are non-refundable and directly support Colorado Animal Rescue's shelter pets.

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