Monroe County Humane Association Run For The Animals

The largest community fundraiser for the Monroe County Humane Association, this two-part event consists of a 5K Run and Family Fun Walk. Participants collect donations from friends, family, and coworkers to compete for top fundraising prizes and celebrate together at a festival in Dunn Meadow following the Run. The festival includes booths, vendors and great activities for kids, adults and Fido too!

And don't miss the chance to join hundreds of other people and their canines by walking in the famous dog parade from Dunn Meadow around the square in Bloomington.

See the Register page for details on how to sign up for the Walk or Run and participation in the festival. Registration not necessary to attend the festival, but participants should create their personal fundraising page and start collecting funds to be eligible for fundraising prizes and event T-shirts.

Run for the Animals Festival

A great afternoon of activities for all. Stop by the many booths from our sponsors and other animal welfare groups, visit with adoptable dogs from the City of Bloomington Animal Shelter, and participate in games and activities for kids, adults and your pup. Below is just a sampling of some of the activities in store. Click the fundraise button below to start your personal fundraising page.

For Dogs

Test your canine's skills at the Doggie Dash Obstacle Course
Agility Try-it course
Doggie games, including Musical Sit and Recall Relay
Pawfect Pedicures

At the WTIU Kids Carnival

Face painting
Elephant stilts
Bean bag toss
Lucky duck
Meet the MCHA animal ambassador snakes

Dog Rules

Have current vaccinations, including rabies
Be on leash at all times unless in designated areas
NOT be in heat
Get along with others

Download a PDF of the race map

Directions to Dunn Meadow | View Larger Map

Register for the 5K or Walk

Early registration is now closed, but late registrants can come to the MCHA office (3410 S. Walnut St.) from noon to 4 p.m. on Oct. 1 to register. Participants can also register between 8:30 and 9:30 a.m. on Oct. 2 in Dunn Meadow. Late registrants will not receive a T-shirt.

Those who already registered can pick up packets at the MCHA office from 1 to 4 p.m. on Oct. 1.