PawPals Endeavor: Spoooky Edition 2026 and PawPals 4 Life 5k
Date and time
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Location
31515 Wekiva River Road, Sorrento, FL
Date and time
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Location
31515 Wekiva River Road, Sorrento, FL
Date and time
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Location
31515 Wekiva River Road, Sorrento, FL
🐾 PawPals Endeavor: Spoooky Edition 2026 and PawPals 4 Life 5K
📍 Location: Rock Springs Run State Reserve Trail — Sorrento, FL 🗓️ Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026 ⏰ Event Opens: 12:00 PM • 5K Starts: Noon
💛 Why We Gather
We gather for the PawPals who make life richer — the companions who steady us, cheer us on, and remind us what connection feels like. Enrichment isn’t just fun; it’s how PawPals flourish. Every shared step, sniff, and tail wag helps them grow into confident, expressive beings… and strengthens the bond we share with them.
River, Aston, and Nova taught us that PawPals aren’t “pets.” They’re family — our shadows, our sidekicks, our PawPals for life.
PawPals Endeavor: Spoooky Edition 2026 is our way of honoring that bond — a day where PawRents and PawPals come together for belonging, joy, and resilience.
⭐ General Admission (Per Person)
💸 Cost: Free (some activities may have additional fees)
🎟️ General Admission includes:
Event access for one registered person Access to community partner showcase Social events & enrichment activities Giveaways, awards & community fun — including a chance to win a $5000 cash prize in our PawPals Endeavor 2026 Promotional Giveaway 1 entry per registered person
🚗 Parking Pass Required: General Admission requires selecting a parking pass per vehicle during registration. Parking is free, but a valid permit is required to comply with park regulations.
🏃♂️🐕 PawPals 4 Life 5K (Run or Walk)
Off‑Road • Dog‑Friendly • Chip‑Timed
Celebrate Adopt a Shelter Dog Month with our off‑road trail race through scenic wilderness terrain.
🎽 Race Registration Includes:
Event access for one PawRent + one PawPal + one guest Entry into the dog‑friendly PawPals 4 Life 5k Official race t‑shirt Finisher medal Matching dog medal & race bandana Chip‑timed bib Option to register up to 3 additional PawPals (small fee) [4 PawPals in total]
Access to community partner showcase Social events & enrichment activities Giveaways, awards & community fun — including a chance to win a $5000 cash prize in our PawPals Endeavor 2026 Promotional Giveaway 10 entries for the PawRent 1 entry for the guest
📅 Guaranteed Shirt Deadline: 15 September 2026 (or until sizes sell out)
🌙 Spoooky Trail & Treat (6:00 PM – 8:10 PM)
A reservation‑based spoooky adventure through Rock Springs Run State Reserve.
Runs from 6:00 PM to 8:10 PM Reservations required Available as an add‑on for General Admission attendees or PawPals 4 Life 5k participants
🎃 Event Activities (12:00 PM – 6:00 PM)
Dog‑Friendly PawPals 4 Life 5K Dog Stunt Show by The Dynamo Dogs (Showtimes: 1:30pm, 3:15pm, 5:00pm) Agility & Lure Courses Look‑a‑Like Costume Contest Community Partners Giveaways, awards & community fun — including a chance to win a $5000 cash prize in our PawPals Endeavor 2026 Promotional Giveaway Spoooky Trail & Treat (6:00 PM – 8:10 PM) And more!
🕒 Event Schedule — October 24, 2026
10:30 AM — 5K Packet Pickup / Check‑In 12:00 PM — 5K Starts & General Admission Opens 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM — Activities & Experiences, including the Dog Stunt Show by The Dynamo Dogs Showtimes for the Dynamo Dogs Stunt Show: 1:30pm, 3:15pm, and 5:00pm
6:00 PM – 8:10 PM — Spoooky Trail & Treat (reservations required)
🚗 Parking & Entrance
Parking is free and located inside the park General Admission only: must select a parking pass during registration (per vehicle) 5K and Spoooky Trail & Treat registrations: include a parking pass automatically Park entrance is included with General Admission, 5K registration, or the Spoooky Trail & Treat
🐕 Florida State Park Pet Policy
PawPals must be leashed (max 6 ft) and under physical control at all times Rabies vaccination required PawRents may be asked to show proof at check‑in
🏅 5K Awards
Overall Top 3 Adults (18+): Male, Female, Non‑Binary Overall Top 3 Youth (17 and younger): Male, Female, Non‑Binary Overall Top 3 PawPals Top 3 per age group (Male, Female, Non‑Binary): 10 and younger; 11-17; 18-25; 26-35; 36-45; 46-55; 56-65; 66-75; 76-85; 85+
👕 5K T‑Shirts
Shirt sizes are guaranteed for early registrants. Once “Sold Out” appears, that size is no longer available.
🎁 PawPals Endeavor 2026 Promotional Giveaway: $5000 Cash Prize
5K Registration:
1 “No Purchase Necessary” entry + 9 additional entries (10 total) for the PawRent 1 entry for the guest
General Admission Registration:
1 “No Purchase Necessary” entry per registered person
Additional entries may be submitted at: https://getdisrupted.betterworld.org/giveaways/pawpals2026
Terms and Conditions Apply
🧭 Entrance Change Notification
Access the event via Rock Springs Reserve Road and Wekiva River Road in Sorrento, Florida. The old entrance off SR‑429 South will be open only during hunting season.
🤝 Merchant & Sponsor Opportunities
Explore merchant and sponsor opportunities: partners.getdisrupted.org
⚠️ Important Notes
Admission subject to capacity limits Race registration is non‑refundable and non‑transferable Trail running involves natural terrain and inherent risks Event details subject to change
5K
1.2 mi