09/07/2026
We are one month away from the 31st annual Run for the Animals 5k presented by The Dog House, LLC!
Run for the Animals is a timed 5K run/walk at Karst Farm Park, with a portion of the course winding through the Monroe County Fairgrounds. All of the proceeds benefit the programs and services of Monroe County Humane Association.
NEW in 2026, we're introducing separate start times for runners and walkers! The course starts at Karst Farm Park and loops through the Monroe County Fairgrounds. The awards ceremony and sponsor booths are now located near the start/finish line, making it easier for participants and families to celebrate together—and for faster results posting!
After the awards, stick around for the raffles and fan-favorite pet contests. You don't have to be registered in the 5K to participate in the raffle and pet contests!
This event is so important to MCHA and our ability to provide programs and services that would otherwise not exist in our community, including accessible veterinary care, spay/neuter assistance, crisis housing, emergency pet food & supply pantry, street outreach, and more. MCHA is a private 501c3 non-profit that receives no funding from national organizations or tax dollars.
We anticipate welcoming hundreds of runners, walkers, and canine friends to this event! Don’t miss this great opportunity to support animal welfare in our community!
🔗 Register today at monroehumane.org/5k!
Thank you to our sponsors!
Presenting Partner : The Dog House
Gold Sponsors: Monroe County Fairgrounds, Bloomington, In, Monroe County Parks and Recreation, Shine Insurance Agency, Cassady Electric, LLC
Silver Sponsors: German American Bank, Slotegraaf Niehoff PC, Perfect Timing - Race Timing and Management
Bronze Sponsors: BloomingPaws Clinic Resort Spa, IU Credit Union, Pizza X, Smithville, Remotely Helpful Services, Faye's Photography, Town and Country Veterinary Clinic
Friend Sponsors: College Mall Veterinary Hospital,Fresh Thyme Market, Indiana University Cinema