Lace up your sneakers, leash up your furry friends, and get ready for a day of tail wags and smiles - all benefiting the work of Carver Scott Humane Society.

Run, Walk, Wag is a family and dog-friendly 5k for seasoned runners, leisurely walkers, and leashed companions. Cheering you on at the finish line will be a pet and local business fair, food, beverages, and the stars of the show - adoptable animals hoping to find their forever homes! 

More than just a day of fun, by participating, you will be contributing to the rescue, care, and rehoming of the over 1,000 dogs and cats who make their way through CSHS every year. Every step you take, every wag you share, and every dollar raised will directly support our work of connecting animals in need with people who care. So mark your calendars and get ready to run, walk, and wag our way to a brighter future for our furry friends! 

September 27th, 2025

Veterans Park in Chaska, MN

10:00 AM - Race Check-in & Registration

10:30 AM - Race Begins (rolling start continues until 11:00 AM)

12:30 PM - Silent Auction Closes & Awards

10:00 AM to 1:00 PM - Market, Beer, Food, Face Painting & Dog Adoptions

Registration

Reduced Early Bird Registration is now available until 8/1, at which time ticket pricing will increase to $40.

 

More Fun!

Food and Beverages from Fat Pants Brewing Co.

We are excited to partner with Fat Pants Brewing Co. to offer beer, sodas, and food at this year’s RWW! Every registration includes one post-race beer (or n/a beverage), and they will be on deck for the full event for additional celebratory pints!

Silent Auction

Get a head start on the fun by checking out the Run, Walk, Wag Silent Auction before race day! With bidding open until 12:30 PM on event day, you can join in whether you're attending in person or cheering from afar. From unique experiences to local favorites, there's something for everyone — and every bid helps animals in need. Stay tuned for the auction launch!

Finish Line Market

Whether you ran, walked, or just came for the fun, the Finish Line Market is the perfect place to unwind and explore. Shop pet supplies and locally made goods, treat your four-legged friend to a pup cup, and enjoy kid-friendly activities like face painting. Sip on a cold beer from Fat Pants Brewing as you browse — and don’t be surprised if an adoptable pup steals your heart (and the spotlight)!

Become a Sponsor!

Show your support for animals and connect with a passionate, pet-loving community! Sponsoring Run, Walk, Wag is a great way to make a meaningful impact while getting your business in front of local participants. Sponsorships help fund our rescue, rehoming, and outreach efforts — and come with public recognition and promotional perks. Join us in making tails wag and hearts happy!

Other Ways to Support

Become a Vendor

Donate an Auction Item

Join our finish line market and connect directly with over 100+ local animal lovers and families! For just $25, you can set up a booth or table to share your products, services, or mission. It’s a tail-wagging good way to get involved, grow your visibility, and be part of the community fun.

We’re seeking exciting items for our silent auction and race prizes — from gift baskets and experiences to unique products or services. Your donation not only supports animals in need, it also puts your brand in the spotlight in front of an engaged, pet-loving audience.

Race FAQs

  • Run, Walk, Wag 5k and Community Event is dog-friendly! All dogs must be kept on a short, controlled leash at all times. We do ask that reactive dogs be left at home.

  • Cats can attend if secured in carriers. Please be aware that many dogs will be attending the event, and some may not be cat-friendly.

  • Run, Walk, Wag 5k is an un-timed fun run. There will be a staggered start to allow for space between participating pups.

  • The event is rain or shine except in the case of extreme storms.

  • Kids 12 and under participate for free! We ask that they remain with a participating adult during the event. Before attending a dog-friendly event, it's a good idea to review with kids how to greet new doggie friends safely.

  • The course includes both paved and unpaved portions. Portions of the course include hills and stairs.