Friendship APL 5K & Dog Walk
When is Friendship APL 5K & Dog Walk?
Friendship APL 5K & Dog Walk takes place on Saturday, May 9, 2026 in Elyria, OH.
What distances does Friendship APL 5K & Dog Walk offer?
Friendship APL 5K & Dog Walk offers 2 events: 1 Mile Dog Walk, 5K Run/Walk.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Mile Dog Walk | 1.0 mi | $25.00 | Register |
| 5K Run/Walk | 3.1 mi | $35.00 | Register |
How much does Friendship APL 5K & Dog Walk cost?
Registration for Friendship APL 5K & Dog Walk starts at $25.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Friendship APL 5K & Dog Walk held?
Friendship APL 5K & Dog Walk is held in Elyria, OH at Bur Oak Pavilion.
About Friendship APL 5K & Dog Walk
FAPL 5K DOGGY DASH & 1 MILE DOG WALK
Events:
5K Run - timed
1 Mile Dog Walk - not timed
- Don't have a dog? No problem! Shelter dogs will be available to "rent" for the 1 mile walk. First come, first served!*
Times:
Registration & Packet Pick-Up - 7:30 a.m.
1 mi start - 8:30 a.m.
5K start - 9 a.m.
Winner announcements - 9:45 a.m.
***This event is likely to sell out, so secure your spot by registering early! Carpooling is encouraged!***
Prices:
5K - $35 thru April 12, then $40
1 mi - $25 thru April 12, then $30
5K Awards:
Top 3 Male and Female Overall
Top 3 in age category: 19 & under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & over
What You Get:
Race shirt - Guaranteed through Thursday, May 1
Post-race refreshment
Post-race Yoga with Seasoned Instructor from Bliss Mind and Body
Friendship APL is a private, independent, 501(c)(3) non-profit humane society founded in Elyria, Ohio in 1957. We own and operate the largest animal shelter in Lorain County.
We are dedicated to ensuring that no animal should suffer without the basic necessities to live a healthy life, providing the education to promote and nurture the human/animal bond and treating all those who seek our help with kindness, dignity and respect.
Friendship APL receives no government funding. We depend on the generosity and financial support of friends and neighbors, and on various fundraisers, to serve the people and animals of Lorain County.
For sponsorship information, please contact Friendship Animal Protective League friendshipapl5k@gmail.com.
100% of proceeds from this race go to Friendship APL's mission. Thank you for your support!
We ask that those running with dogs start towards the back and please keep your dogs on a short leash. The race route is out and back so we will need all participants to be aware of runners coming back on the other side of the trail.
*The number of "rentable" shelter dogs available will be dependent upon the dogs up for adoption at the shelter as of the day of the event, as well as the weather that day. FAPL will bring as many dogs as is possible, but please be aware that we may only be able to bring a handful, and potentially none, depending upon the aforementioned circumstances. Available dogs can be "rented" for a discretionary donation to the shelter, with a suggested donation of $15-20.
Paper Entry Form
Refunds and Transfers
Entries are non-refundable after being processed.
Although race registrations are non-refundable, we understand issues come up.
- We now offer a complimentary Participant Event Transfer option through your RunSignUp account.
- This option is FREE and allows a runner to "gift" their race registration to another runner in the event they can no longer attend the race.
- No exchange of payment can be accepted for transfers! You may not sell your bib.
- This can be done online anytime prior to race morning!
- For more information follow: https://runsignup.com/How-To/Transfer-To-Another-Runner
Please email roadracing@hermescleveland.com for any questions or concerns