Inaugural 2026 Doggy Dash 5K & Fun Run/Walk

Benefiting Love & Paws Rescue

Cox Running Club and Woodshed Smokehouse are excited to host the Inaugural Doggy Dash on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at Woodshed Smokehouse in Fort Worth! This dog-friendly race event is all about fitness, fun, and giving back—100% of event proceeds benefit Love & Paws Rescue, a foster-based dog rescue dedicated to saving the most at-risk dogs in Texas.

Bring your running shoes, your pup, and your big heart for rescue!

📍 Event Details

What:
2026 Doggy Dash 5K & Fun Run/Walk

When:
Saturday, January 31, 2026

Where:
Woodshed Smokehouse
3201 Riverfront Dr.
Fort Worth, TX 76102

⏱️ Race Start Times

• 5K Run/Walk (3.1 miles): 9:00 AM

• 1-Mile Doggy Dash: 9:05 AM

Both races are chip-timed and dog-friendly.
Note: Dogs must be registered to attend.

Hydration stations for both humans and dogs will be available at the halfway/turnaround point.

🎉 Post-Run Fun

• Vendor booths featuring local small businesses

• Games and music

• Adoptable dogs from Love & Paws Rescue

• Family-friendly activities for all ages

💲 Registration Fees

Early Bird (through 1/15/26):

• 5K: $30

• 1-Mile Doggy Dash: $20

• Dog (any race): $10

Online Registration (through 1/30/26):

• 5K: $35

• 1-Mile Doggy Dash: $25

• Dog (any race): $10

Race Day (on-site only):

• 5K: $40

• 1-Mile Doggy Dash: $30

• Dog (any race): $10

⚠️ Event is capped at 300 participants. Register early!

🎁 What You Get

• Swag bag

• 6” commemorative finisher medal honoring 2026

• Breakfast taco

• Choice of beer or soft drink

🐶 Dog finishers receive a Redbarn meaty bone to take home!

Event shirts are available for purchase during registration. Limited quantities will be available on race day.

📦 Packet Pick-Up

Friday, January 30 | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Ruff Resort & Spa
9522 Camp Bowie Blvd West
Fort Worth, TX 76116

Please do not contact or visit Woodshed Smokehouse for packet pickup on Friday.

Race Day Packet Pickup:
Saturday, January 31 | Starting at 7:30 AM
Woodshed Smokehouse
3201 Riverfront Dr., Fort Worth, TX 76107

🏆 Awards (5K Only)

Overall Awards:

• Overall Male & Female

• Overall Master Male & Female

Age Groups (Male & Female):
12 & Under, 13–18, 19–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70 & Over

Top male and female in each age group will receive awards, excluding overall winners.

Official results provided by Cox Racing Services.

❤️ Giving Back

100% of proceeds from the Doggy Dash support Love & Paws Rescue and their mission to save the most at-risk dogs across Texas.