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🐾🏃♂️ CALLING ALL HUMANS AND HOUNDS! 🐕✨Get ready for the ultimate tail-wagging adventure because the Fire Hydrant 5K & Dog Expo is taking over Huntington Beach! At this event, dogs aren’t just allowed—they’re the absolute stars of the show! 🎉
Whether you’re a competitive runner, a family looking for weekend fun, or a pup who loves to socialize, there is something for everyone:
📅 When: Sunday, May 31, 2026
📍 Where: Huntington Central Park (East) — 18002 Goldenwest Street, Huntington Beach, CA
👟 The Course: Fully paved pathways looping around the scenic, picturesque park lakes.
🏆 WHAT’S HAPPENING:
🐕 1. Fire Hydrant 5K (8:00 AM PDT)
⚫️Professionally timed 5K run/walk.
⚫️Swag Alert: 5K participants score an official event race tee, a custom finisher medal, and a stylish dog bandana!
⚫️Awards: Given to the top 3 overall Male & Female finishers.
🧒 2. 1-Mile Kids Dash (9:30 AM PDT)
⚪️Perfect for the little runners (ages 4–12).
⚪️Every young dasher earns their very own finisher medal!
🎪 3. Dog Expo (8:00 AM PDT | FREE!)
🔴Come sniff around a massive pet-friendly festival!
🔴Packed with pet vendors, adoptable dogs looking for forever homes, canine entertainment, and an agility course.
🔴Pre-register (for free!) to enter your pup in the Dog Contests and get access to the agility course!
🎁 EXTRA PERKS & GIVING BACK:
🎟️ Raffle Prizes: All registered runners and pre-registered Expo attendees are automatically entered into an awesome prize raffle drawing!
👗 Race for a Cause: This year's event is partnering with Project Prom to help restock their closet for the 2026-2027 school year! They are providing formal dresses, suits, shoes, and accessories to students in need. Bring your gently worn formal wear to the collection tent on race day to make a student's dream come true! 💖
🐶 DOGGY RULES FOR THE DAY:
To ensure it’s fun and safe for the whole pack, your pup MUST be:
✅ Well-behaved and socialized around adults, kids, and other dogs.
✅ Comfortable around crowds and loud noises.
✅ In good health & current on rabies vaccinations.
✅ On a standard leash/lead of 6 feet or less at all times.
Don't let your spots fly by—grab your running shoes, pack up your furry best friend, and let’s make a splash! 🌊🐕💨
👉Register, Donate, or Sign up to Volunteer today at: www.FH5K.run
**NOTE: this event is not hosted by Mutts in Need rescue. We will however have a tent set up at the dog expo promoting our fundraiser efforts for the urgent vet bills**
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Event Venue
Huntington Beach Central Park, 18000 Goldenwest St,Huntington Beach, California, United States
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