
Bulldog Buddies Race for Inclusion
Sat, May 16, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT
- Location
- Tazewell, VA
- 367 Hope Street, 24651
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
At a glance
A heartwarming 5K and Buddy Mile celebrating inclusion and community, supporting the Bulldog Buddies program for individuals with special needs.
- Fun
- For a Cause
Join the Bulldog Buddies Race for Inclusion in Tazewell, VA, a meaningful 5K event dedicated to celebrating acceptance and community. This race supports the Bulldog Buddies program, which creates opportunities for individuals with special needs to build friendships and experience belonging. Participate in a traditional 5K or the unique Buddy Mile, where non-disabled participants pair with individuals with special needs to run or walk together, embodying the spirit of inclusion. Every step helps foster a world where everyone belongs.
What to expect
- Experience a welcoming atmosphere focused on acceptance and community.
- Choose between a traditional 5K or the unique Buddy Mile.
- Support the Bulldog Buddies program, fostering friendships and belonging.
Standout details
- Supports Bulldog Buddies program
- Unique Buddy Mile for inclusion
- Celebrates acceptance and community
- Open to runners, walkers, rollers
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Distances & registration
3 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 1 Miles
Sat, May 16, 10:00 AM EDT · From $27.50
Opens Mar 20, 2026, 10:30 AM EDT · Closes May 8, 2026, 7:00 AM EDT
- 1 Miles
Sat, May 16, 10:00 AM EDT · From $16.90
Opens Mar 22, 2026, 4:11 PM EDT · Closes May 8, 2026, 7:00 AM EDT
- 3.1 Miles
Sat, May 16, 10:00 AM EDT · From $38.10
Opens Mar 20, 2026, 10:30 AM EDT · Closes May 8, 2026, 7:00 AM EDT
Vibe Check
Easygoing
Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.
The course
- Hilly
- Timed race
From the organizer
Join us for the Bulldog Buddies Inclusion 5K, a special event celebrating inclusion, acceptance, and the power of community. Whether you're running, walking, rolling, or cheering on a buddy, every step you take promotes a world where everyone belongs!
Bulldog Buddies is a program at Tazewell Middle School that is focused on creating opportunities for individuals with special needs to build friendships, develop life skills, and experience a sense of belonging. Throughout the year, we host activities such as baking events, holiday celebrations, and other special gatherings that bring joy and connection to our participants.
This year’s Inclusion 5K will feature both a traditional 5K race and a unique Buddy Mile, where a nondisabled participant is paired with an individual with special needs to walk or run together—highlighting the power of inclusion in action.
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