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Coon Dog Day 5k

Saluda, North Carolina
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Saluda, North Carolina
PRICE:
Free
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2 Events: 5K, 1K

About Coon Dog Day 5k

Coon Dog Day 2026 will be held in Saluda, NC on July 11th and the 5K will be better than ever!

 

PACKET PICKUP, Friday July 10: 🌭Free hotdog at packet pickup!  Please pick up your race bib and t-shirt at the Saluda Inn on Friday night at 229 Greenville St., Saluda, 5-8 pm. Follow the packet pick-up signs.

 

SATURDAY MORNING, July 11: Race Day Checkin will be at Looking Glass Realty at 108 East Main. St, beside the post office.

The start/finish line is on Main Street. Note: All registration will be online through the runsignup.com page. No paper forms for late/ walkup registration, so bring a phone. You can register until the race starts with a phone. 

 

PARKING- 5K parking is available only until 9:30am at the First Baptist Church, the Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration and Saluda United Methodist Church for the race only. If you want to stay for Coon Dog Day, please move your car out of those lots by 9:30am (the shuttle will bring you from the festival parking lot at that time). Parking is also available at the Saluda Elementary School back (bus) Parking Lot on Seminary Street (short walk to start line on Main Street) and there's no rush to leave the school lot.

 

The Coon Dog Day 5K is hosted by and raises funds for the Polk County High School Cadets marching band. The run begins in McCreery Park beside Main Street at 8am and follows the traditional Coon Dog Day 5k route.

 

If you'd like to guarantee a t-shirt, be sure to register by June 15th!

 

The Coon Dog Day 5K includes chip timing for all participants.  Awards are given by age groups.

 

The KIDS' Fun Run with clock timing and a new route for the kids is back.

Plan to stay for the daylong festival of crafts, food, music and quirky small town fun.

We sure do appreciate our 2025 Sponsors. We couldn't do this without our: 

Top Dogs- Sandy Bee Mine Honey Company, Looking Glass Realty and Upland Orchard

Big Dogs- Don Mintz Builders. Saluda Outfitters, Mountain Sky Builders, Stepp Ditching, Adventure Cycles, Solstice Construction, Wakey Monkey, the Orchard Inn and the Saluda Inn.

Porch Pups- Jim Carson Gallery/Studio, Carolina Cottage Guest House and Kevin Burnett

 

We hope you can join us as a sponsor and/or runner at the 2026 Coon Dog Day 5K!

 

 

 

Coon Dog Day 5kCoon Dog Day 2026 will be held in Saluda, NC on July 11th and the 5K will be better than ever!   PACKET PICKUP, Friday July 10: 🌭Free hotdog at packet pickup!  Please pick up your race bib and t-shirt at the Saluda Inn on Friday night at 229 Greenville St., Saluda, 5-8 pm. Follow the packet pick-up signs.   SATURDAY MORNING, July 11: Race Day Checkin will be at Looking Glass Realty at 108 East Main. St, beside the post office. The start/finish line is on Main Street. Note: All registration will be online through the runsignup.com page. No paper forms for late/ walkup registration, so bring a phone. You can register until the race starts with a phone.    PARKING- 5K parking is available only until 9:30am at the First Baptist Church, the Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration and Saluda United Methodist Church for the race only. If you want to stay for Coon Dog Day, please move your car out of those lots by 9:30am (the shuttle will bring you from the festival parking lot at that time). Parking is also available at the Saluda Elementary School back (bus) Parking Lot on Seminary Street (short walk to start line on Main Street) and there's no rush to leave the school lot.   The Coon Dog Day 5K is hosted by and raises funds for the Polk County High School Cadets marching band. The run begins in McCreery Park beside Main Street at 8am and follows the traditional Coon Dog Day 5k route.   If you'd like to guarantee a t-shirt, be sure to register by June 15th!   The Coon Dog Day 5K includes chip timing for all participants.  Awards are given by age groups.   The KIDS' Fun Run with clock timing and a new route for the kids is back.Plan to stay for the daylong festival of crafts, food, music and quirky small town fun.We sure do appreciate our 2025 Sponsors. We couldn't do this without our:  Top Dogs- Sandy Bee Mine Honey Company, Looking Glass Realty and Upland Orchard Big Dogs- Don Mintz Builders. Saluda Outfitters, Mountain Sky Builders, Stepp Ditching, Adventure Cycles, Solstice Construction, Wakey Monkey, the Orchard Inn and the Saluda Inn. Porch Pups- Jim Carson Gallery/Studio, Carolina Cottage Guest House and Kevin Burnett   We hope you can join us as a sponsor and/or runner at the 2026 Coon Dog Day 5K!      
Saluda, NC

Race Events & Distances

Choose from 2 race distances available for Coon Dog Day 5k in Saluda, NC. Registration includes timing, finisher medals, and post-race refreshments.

Coon Dog Day 5K

5K (3.1 miles)
Distance
5K (3.1 miles)
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Saluda, NC
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Coon Dog Day 5k Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Coon Dog Day 5K

How long is the Coon Dog Day 5K?
The Coon Dog Day 5K covers 5K (3.1 miles).
What time does the Coon Dog Day 5K start?
The Coon Dog Day 5K starts at 8:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Coon Dog Day 5K?
Registration for the Coon Dog Day 5K costs $0.00.
Where is the Coon Dog Day 5K located?
The Coon Dog Day 5K takes place in Saluda, NC.

Coon Puppies' Fun Run

1K
Distance
1K
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Saluda, NC
SaludaNC
Coon Dog Day 5k Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Coon Puppies' Fun Run

How long is the Coon Puppies' Fun Run?
The Coon Puppies' Fun Run covers 1K.
What time does the Coon Puppies' Fun Run start?
The Coon Puppies' Fun Run starts at 8:05:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Coon Puppies' Fun Run?
Registration for the Coon Puppies' Fun Run costs $0.00.
Where is the Coon Puppies' Fun Run located?
The Coon Puppies' Fun Run takes place in Saluda, NC.

Registration Information

Registration is typically available online until race day (subject to capacity). Early registration is recommended for guaranteed entry and potential early bird pricing. Check with race organizers for specific event details and included amenities.

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