Barks & Brews 5K

About the Event

The Barks & Brews 5K is a dog-friendly athletic event held on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, 2026, in Sacramento, California. Part of the 2026 RunSac Race Series, this gathering at East Park Road raises funds for Canine Companions, an organization dedicated to providing service dogs to those in need. The event offers a variety of distances suitable for runners, walkers, and families, with or without their canine partners.

Race Category	Start Time	Distance	Timing Status
5K Run	08:45 AM	5 Kilometers	Timed
1-Mile Walk	08:45 AM	1 Mile	Untimed
Off the Leash! (7-10 yrs)	Morning	1/2 Mile	Untimed Kids Race
Off the Leash! (6 & under)	Morning	1/4 Mile	Untimed Kids Race

Event Logistics and Participant Information:

-- Race Day Schedule: Check-in and late registration begin on-site at 7:15 AM PDT. The main 5K and 1-Mile Walk start simultaneously at 8:45 AM.
-- Packet Pickup: Pre-race materials can be collected on Saturday, May 23, from 10:00 AM at Fleet Feet Sacramento to avoid race-morning lines.
-- Registration Tiers: Entry is available for both adults and youth (17 and under). Registration fees increase as the race date approaches, with final price jumps occurring in late May.
-- Course Environment: Participants are encouraged to bring their dogs to the park for a community-oriented atmosphere centered on pet companionship and physical fitness.
-- Management: The race is organized by Capital Road Race, which manages several events within the regional RunSac series.

Community and Charitable Impact:

-- Beneficiary: The event supports Canine Companions. To date, the community has raised $462.55 toward a $5,000.00 goal, representing 9% of the target.
-- Fundraising Leadership: Individual contributors such as Jeannie Vance ($100.00) and fundraisers like Natalie Longacre lead the effort to support service dog training and placement.
-- Series Participation: As part of the RunSac series, participation in this event contributes to regional running standings and encourages consistent athletic engagement throughout the year.
-- Support Contact: Inquiries regarding the event can be directed to the Capital Road Race team at +1 916-492-8966.

The Barks & Brews 5K 2026 offers a unique holiday experience in Sacramento, combining the festive spirit of Memorial Day with a meaningful cause for animal lovers and athletes alike.

Races Offered

1-Mile Walk Adult

May 25, 2026

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Distance — 1mi

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Type — Others, Running

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08:45

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$45.00

1-Mile Walk Youth

May 25, 2026

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Distance — 1mi

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Type — Others, Running

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08:45

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$30.00

5K Adult

May 25, 2026

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Distance — 5km

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Type — Others, Running

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08:45

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$45.00

5K Youth

May 25, 2026

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Distance — 5km

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Type — Others, Running

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08:45

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$30.00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Sacramento.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 12.5° / 29.3°

wb_sunny 10.4° / 26.4°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 10.4 /

water_drop 52.3%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 12.5° / 29.3°

wb_sunny 10.4° / 26.4°

air 10.4 km/h

water_drop 52.3%

About Sacramento

Learn more about the host city, Sacramento.

Sacramento is the state capital of California in the United States. It is the regional center for the Greater Sacramento metropolitan area, which dominates much of the surrounding Sacramento Valley and stretches into parts of Gold Country.