MAY 29 - 31, 2026
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Sunday
9am  (Must Check-in Before 8:30am)
Check-in during festival hours on Saturday or starting at 7:30 am on Sunday
5K or K-9KÂ
Tails on the Truckee
Introducing Reno River Festival’s Dog Jog, a costumed celebration of fitness, fun, and four-legged friends along a scenic route through Idlewild Park and the Truckee River. Participants can choose between a 5K or K9 (9K). Both routes are designed with your canine companion in mind and feature dog water stations and photo opportunities. The best part? Adoption agencies will be on-site to give rescue dogs a chance to find their forever homes!
Whether your pup prefers a leisurely trot or a full-on zoomie sprint, the Dog Jog is sure to get their tail wagging.
THE DETAILS
- The Dog Jog begins at 9AM Sunday morning
- Participants will be released every 10 minutes
- Walk or jog – The Dog Jog is not timed
- Dogs must remain on a leash at all times
- Kids and strollers are welcome – children unable to keep pace with their group must ride in a stroller
- Participants must remain on the designated course and respect nearby neighborhoods
CHECK-IN
- Check-in during festival hours on Saturday or starting at 7:30AM on Sunday
- Participants must check-in before 8:30AM Sunday
COSTUME CONTEST
DRESS UP & SHOW OFF FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN AWARDS!
- Best Dressed Dog
- Best Owner & Dog Duo
- Best Behaved Pup
- More to Come
THE CAUSE
- Pet adoption agencies will be on-site to help rescue dogs find their forever homes
- A portion of the proceeds will benefit one of RiverFest’s local non-profits
Dog Jog 5k or K-9 (9k)
TAILS ON THE TRUCKEE
5k & 9k Entry
$25
ADULT
$15
KIDS 17 AND UNDER
CHILDREN RIDING IN A STROLLER ARE FREE
$5
PER DOG
MORE INFO
- Scenic course featuring dog water stations and photos opportunities
- Dog Jog bib
- Finishing medal
- Each dog registered will receive a RiverFest bandana
- Dog Jog sponsored giveaways
- Chance to win awards in the costume contest
- Option to upgrade with a RiverFest Dog Jog t-shirt
- Adoption agencies on-site
*Participants will be released in groups every 10 minutes beginning at 9AM on Sunday
*Dog Jog is not timed
*Dogs must remain on a leash at all times
*Children unable to keep pace with their group must ride in a stroller
CHECK-IN
Check-in during festival hours on Saturday or starting at 7:30AM on Sunday - must be checked-in before 8:30AM Sunday
*Everyone must sign a waiver at the time of check in to participate in the Dog Jog
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