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The Lucky Dog Race for Recovery 5K

5K · Walk

Oct 3, 2026 · Kennesaw, Georgia, US

Listed Jul 8, 2025

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The Lucky Dog Race for Recovery 5K

Hosted by The Extension Alumni

Get ready to lace up your sneakers, leash up your pup, and join us for a tail-wagging good time at The Lucky Dog Race for Recovery 5K! This fun, family-friendly event brings together dog lovers, fitness enthusiasts, and community supporters for a scenic 5K run/walk that benefits a great cause.

Whether you’re racing to beat your personal best or strolling at a casual pace with your four-legged friend, this event is all about community, connection, and compassion. All proceeds support The Extension Alumni, where we help individuals rebuild their lives from homelessness and substance abuse. 

This is a chip-timed event. Timing services will be done by OnTime Results. 

WHERE:
CENTRAL ROCK GYM
2801 George Busbee Parkway
Kennesaw, Ga 30144

WHEN:
October 3, 2026

7:00 am ………  Check-In/ Packet Pick Up
7:45 am ......... Recognition of Sponsors

8:00 am ......... Race Starts


Come for the cause, stay for the fun!

Let’s run (or walk!) together to make a difference—because every step brings hope and healing.

Register by September 12th to get a race shirt! 

Strollers and dogs welcome! 

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