Makin’ Strides for Strays
5K · Walk
Jun 7, 2026 · Aurora, Illinois, US
Listed Mar 20, 2025
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Join A.D.O.P.T. Pet Shelter for Makin' Strides for Strays — a fun, dog-friendly 5K and family festival at beautiful Phillips Park. Whether you’re running, walking, or just enjoying the day with friends (and pups!), every step supports life-saving care for animals in need.
Since 1989, A.D.O.P.T. has placed over 30,000 animals into loving homes. Our dedicated staff and volunteers provide not only life-saving care, but also the compassion, enrichment, and respect every animal deserves.
What to Expect
Unable to Attend?
That’s okay! Walk or run in your own neighborhood on June 7th, or stay home and gather donations to support A.D.O.P.T. Pet Shelter.
(Friday pick-up at A.D.O.P.T. Pet Shelter.)
Fundraise to Make an Even Bigger Impact 🐾
Create a one-of-a-kind abstract artwork alongside a shelter dog or cat during a guided enrichment session. Take home a meaningful keepsake while supporting animal wellbeing.
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Simply download the image, upload it to your post, and include your personal fundraiser link. The more you share, the more lives you help save. 💙
5K Awards
First place awards to the top Male and Female finishers!
Medals will be awarded to the 1st & 2nd Male & Female 5K participants in these categories:
9 & under, 10–14, 15–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70 & over.
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Listed Sep 27, 2019
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Listed Oct 31, 2024
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Full listing on the race page · official details from the source
AI summarization pending
We haven’t generated Run Vibes’ quick-read summary for this race yet—it’s in the queue and will show here when ready.
Full listing on the race page · official details from the source
AI summarization pending
We haven’t generated Run Vibes’ quick-read summary for this race yet—it’s in the queue and will show here when ready.
Full listing on the race page · official details from the source
AI summarization pending
We haven’t generated Run Vibes’ quick-read summary for this race yet—it’s in the queue and will show here when ready.
Full listing on the race page · official details from the source