The Fast & The Furriest® 2026 — Rochester, NY

Date
June 6, 2026
Location
Rochester, NY
Venue
184 Verona St
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$12.00 – $45.00
Events
In Person 10K, In Person 5K, 1/2 Mile Kids Race, In Person Dog Walk, Virtual 5K, Virtual 10K
Includes
T-Shirt | Short Sleeve Shirt
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Verona Street Animal Society The Fast & the Furriest® Saturday, June 6th, 2026 We are celebrating 20 years!!! Mark your calendars for the 20th annual The Fast & The Furriest® event on Saturday, June 6th, 2026! The Fast & The Furriest® includes 5K & 10K races, kid's race, dog walk, pet festival, and vaccine clinic. This event will feature music, food trucks, sponsor giveaways, vendors, pet contests, and a variety of activities for you, your family and your dogs. Come out and help us celebrate our love of animals and our city. Can't make it in person? Virtual options for the 5K, 10K and dog walk will be available as well! Packet Pick Up: Friday, June 5th at Fleet Feet @ the Armory (155 Culver Rd) from 10am - 6pm Saturday, June 6th at the event from 7am - 10:15am - Location - 184 Verona Street Rochester, NY **Register by Sunday, May 17 to be guaranteed an event t-shirt! Registration for the 5K & 10K closes at 11:59PM on Friday, June 5th. There is no race day registration. How can you be i

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is The Fast & The Furriest® 2026 — Rochester, NY?

The Fast & The Furriest® 2026 — Rochester, NY takes place on June 6, 2026. The race is held in Rochester, New York.

Where is The Fast & The Furriest® 2026 — Rochester, NY held?

The Fast & The Furriest® 2026 — Rochester, NY is held at 184 Verona St in Rochester, New York.

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