By Brooke Hotchkiss, Humane Society of West Michigan
Join the Humane Society of West Michigan for a glow in the dark 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk to benefit the animals at Humane Society of West Michigan.
Humane Society of West Michigan is hosting the fifth annual Bark in the Dark on Saturday, October 7, 2017, at Riverside Park (2001 Monroe Ave. NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505). This family- and dog-friendly glow-in-the-dark 5k and 1 mile fun run/walk is bound to be a blast!
NEW THIS YEAR: For the first time ever, Bark in the Dark participants have the opportunity to enter their dog(s) into a costume contest! Amazing prizes will be awarded for first, second, and third place. First Round voting is open online now, and then the top 10 vote receiving dogs in the First Round will move on the Final Round and have their costumes judged in person, by a panel of judges at Bark in the Dark on Saturday, October 7th. Go here for rules and entry instructions.
All proceeds from the event benefit Humane Society of West Michigan, a 100% donor-funded 501(c)3 non-profit that promotes humane treatment and responsible care of animals in West Michigan through education, example, placement, and protection.
5-6:30 pm — Registration/Check-in and pre-race festivities including: a photo booth, face painting, give-aways, and more!
6:30 pm — Run/Walk begins!
6:45-9 pm — After the race, stick around for a post-race celebration featuring a beer tent and complimentary treats! Each registered adult will receive a free drink for the beer tent. Friends and family will be able to purchase beverages using cash or card. Don’t forget your ID.
Guests are encouraged to bring their dogs as this will be a great opportunity for people and their canine companions to get active and support a great cause!
