DoggieRun 4K/5K: Run to Promote Adoption and Bond with your Dog! 2026

DoggieRun 4K/5K is a Los Angeles race series for runners accompanied by their dogs, offering 4K and 5K distances. The start line is at 4800 Griffith Park Dr in Griffith Park. This event is designed as a relaxed outdoor gathering for people and pets, attracting families, friends, dog owners, and runners who enjoy a short race with their canine partners. The race supports dog adoption efforts. Organizers partner with local shelters to promote adoption, and attendees may have opportunities to interact with or support dogs seeking homes. The event also emphasizes the bond between humans and dogs through shared exercise, outdoor activity, and a community of people motivated by their pets.