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
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. The route is 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
$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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