Run for the Dogs 5K takes place on Saturday, November 14, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT, at Baseline Road Trailhead, 4255 SE 58th Ave, Ocala, Florida. Admission: $35 through Oct. 31; $40 Nov. 1-13; $45 race day. Run for the Dogs organizes the event. It is listed as family-friendly.
Date & Time
Saturday, November 14, 2026
9:00 AM EDT
Admission
$35 through Oct. 31; $40 Nov. 1-13; $45 race day
Organized By
Run for the Dogs
The Run for the Dogs 5K takes place on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at 9:00 AM at the Baseline Road Trailhead, 4255 SE 58th Ave in Ocala, raising support for animal shelters and animal charities. Runners and walkers can bring their dogs along on a short leash. Registration is $35 through October 31, $40 from November 1-13 and $45 on race day, and includes a short-sleeve shirt, finisher medal, chip timing and finish-line treats for humans and dogs. J3 Timing posts the results, and a virtual option is available.
All event times are in Eastern Time (EDT)
When is Run for the Dogs 5K Ocala?
Saturday, November 14, 2026, at 9:00 AM.
Where is it?
Baseline Road Trailhead, 4255 SE 58th Ave, Ocala, FL 34472.
Can I run with my dog?
Yes. The race FAQ says all dogs are allowed on the course, on a short leash and well behaved.
How much does it cost?
$35 through Oct. 31, $40 Nov. 1-13 and $45 on race day.
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