Join us for a tail-wagging, whisker-twitching morning of fun at the Fast & the Furriest 5K Fun Run & Walk! Whether you’re racing for a new personal best, enjoying a leisurely walk with family, or bringing along your favorite four-legged companion, every registration helps save the lives of homeless cats through St. Sophia’s Forgotten Felines.

After crossing the finish line, keep the celebration going at our Finishing Feline Festival featuring local community and pet-related vendors, food trucks, family-friendly activities, pet-friendly fun, giveaways, and more. It’s a celebration for animal lovers of all ages!

📅 Event Details

Date: Sunday, October 4, 2026

Location: Waubonsie Lake Park
Address: 998 Kautz Road, Aurora, IL 60504

Schedule

• 10:00 AM – Registration & Check-In
• 11:00 AM – 5K Runner Start
• 11:30 AM – Fun Walk Start
• Immediately Following – Finishing Feline Festival

🎟️ Registration Includes

Every Participant Receives

• 👕 Official Fast & the Furriest Event T-Shirt*
• 🏅 Finisher Medal*
• 🎽 Race Bib
• 🎁 Participant Swag Bag
• 🎉 Admission to the Finishing Feline Festival

Every Registered Pet Receives

• 🐾Event Pet Bandana
• 🎁 Pet Swag Bag
• 💧 Pet Water Stations Available Throughout the Event

Dogs and cats are welcome! Cats must remain safely secured at all times in a pet stroller, enclosed carrier, or backpack carrier for everyone’s safety and comfort.

💲Registration Pricing

🐦 Early Bird Pricing

Available through August 31

🎽 Regular Registration

Begins September 1

📝 Day-Of Registration

Available onsite while space allows.

Please Note: Day-of registrants will receive race swag, shirts, and finisher medals while supplies last. Limited quantities will be available.

Every step you take helps provide food, medical care, shelter, and second chances for cats in need. Gather your friends, family, coworkers, and pets, and join us for one of the most fun—and furriest—events of the fall! 🐱🐶🏃‍♀️🐾