RUN • WALK • WAG – 5K Fundraiser 2026 — Spartanburg, SC

Date
October 31, 2026
Location
Spartanburg, SC
Venue
Duncan Park 81 West Park Drive
Start Time
8:00 AM
Sunrise
7:46 AM
Entry Fee
$30.00 – $40.00
Events
RUN WALK WAG - 5K
Includes
T-Shirt
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Come out to RUN, WALK, and WAG for a cause that supports our pets and our community! Join the Spartanburg County Pet Resource Center with co-host PAL for RUN WALK WAG — the ultimate feel‑good event for animal lovers! Meet us at Duncan Park Lake with your pup, your family, your friends, or solo. Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual jogger, or an easy stroller, this event brings fun, fresh air, and wagging tails for everyone. Every step supports life‑changing programs at the Pet Resource Center — from our pet food pantry and low-cost services to animal care and adoptions. Run for joy. Walk for community. Wag for a cause. Date : Oct. 31st 2026 (Halloween) Time : 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM Location : Duncan Park 81 West Park Drive, Spartanburg, SC 29306 What to expect : 5k fun run/walk route, vendor village with freebies, food trucks, pup costume contest (with prizes)! Cost (t-shirt included with registration) : $30 EARLY BIRD PRICING (August) $35 REGULAR PRICING (September) $40 LAST MINUTE PRICING (October). Shirt sizes not guaranteed during last-minute pricing. KIDS 6 & UNDER ARE FREE (no t-shirt) By becoming a sponsor for RUN WALK WAG 2026, your business or company shows support to a cause that keeps pets safe, supports families in crisis, and strengthens Spartanburg’s animal welfare network. It’s a high‑visibility way to show your commitment to compassion, helping keep pets in homes, reducing shelter intake, and building a stronger, kinder Spartanburg County.

Course & Travel Notes

On race morning in Spartanburg, expect typical late October weather with highs around 74°F and lows near 49°F, so bring layers that you can shed as the day warms up after the 7:47 AM sunrise. There's a 20% chance of rain, so consider packing a light jacket or rain gear just in case. The venue sits at 814 feet elevation, which is relatively modest. Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) is the nearest option, located 16.7 miles from the race venue.

⛰️ 814 ft elevation☀️ Typically 74°F / 49°F · 20% chance of rain✈️ Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) — 16.7 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is RUN • WALK • WAG – 5K Fundraiser 2026 — Spartanburg, SC?

RUN • WALK • WAG – 5K Fundraiser 2026 — Spartanburg, SC takes place on October 31, 2026. The race is held in Spartanburg, South Carolina.

Where is RUN • WALK • WAG – 5K Fundraiser 2026 — Spartanburg, SC held?

RUN • WALK • WAG – 5K Fundraiser 2026 — Spartanburg, SC is held at Duncan Park 81 West Park Drive in Spartanburg, South Carolina.

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