Yes! The event will take place rain or shine. A covered pavilion is available and can accommodate all attendees in the event of rain or other inclement weather. The race will still go on for those who wish to run and/or walk. Participant safety is our top priority. If lightning or other severe weather conditions occur, all participants will be asked to take shelter in their vehicles while event organizers monitor conditions. The race may be delayed, modified, or temporarily paused until it is safe to proceed.We will communicate any weather-related updates through social media and our website as quickly as possible on event day in the event of severe weather.

Not at all! We welcome the entire family to join us, whether you're running, walking, volunteering, or simply cheering participants on.Each year, many attendees choose not to participate in the 5K but come out to support our mission, enjoy the event atmosphere, and connect with the community. Guests can enjoy music, food, and take part in our popular silent auction, featuring more than 25 themed gift baskets and exciting prizes.Whether you cross the finish line or cheer from the sidelines, your presence helps support our cause and makes a difference.

Yes! Thomas Stewart Park is dog-friendly, and well-behaved dogs are welcome to attend the event with their families.For the safety and enjoyment of all participants, all dogs must remain on a leash at all times while on park grounds. Owners are also responsible for cleaning up after their pets and ensuring they are comfortable in a busy event environment. There are dog waste cans located at the park with bags in the event you forget yours.We look forward to welcoming both our two-legged and four-legged supporters!

Yes! If you're unsure of your availability and can't commit in advance, we do offer day-of-event registration.However, August 1 is the cutoff date for guaranteed race t-shirts. Participants who register after August 1, including on event day, are welcome to join us but are not guaranteed to receive a t-shirt, as availability will be limited.We encourage pre-registration whenever possible, but we'd love to have you join us whenever you're ready!

Absolutely! Strollers are welcome, and many participants bring them each year. The entire course is a paved path, making it easy to navigate with a stroller.To help keep the course safe and enjoyable for everyone, we ask participants with strollers to stay to one side of the path. The path is wide enough for runners to pass comfortably. We also encourage runners to give a friendly heads-up when approaching from behind.We're proud to offer a family-friendly event and look forward to welcoming participants of all ages!

Parking is plentiful and convenient! Thomas Stewart Park offers a large paved main parking lot located near the event area, along with additional gravel overflow lots to accommodate attendees as needed.We recommend arriving a little early to allow time for parking and check-in, especially as the event start time approaches. Parking is available on-site, making it easy to access all event activities.We look forward to seeing you there!