barks, Brews & Running Shoes .5k Beer Run

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Registration Dates/Fees

Early Bird Discount

$30, Now - March 31st!

Regular Registration

$35, April 1st - May 1st!

Last Minute Registration

$40, May 2nd - June 7th!

Race Day Schedule

Saturday June 7th, 2025

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Grab your race pack!

10:30 AM

Ready, set, go!

10:45 AM

Finish Line! Let's Hydrate!

11:00 AM

Lucky prize-draw time!

This is the kind of "RUN" that's REALLY fun... it's a 0.5k BEER RUN!  (That's right, 0.5k... that equals 1/3 Mile or 546 yards or 1,640 feet!)


We have it on good authority that it will take you about 9 minutes to complete--and that's if you walk!


And you get rewarded at the end with... yes, beer. Participants also receive a limited edition Side Pockets "Barks, Brews & Running Shoes" 0.5k Beer Run T-Shirt, a Finisher's Medal, a "Bragging Rights" .5k Sticker and 2 Drink Tickets for your choice of beverages from our Presenting Sponsors:

Proceeds benefit the Kansas Humane Society!

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Yep, that's where the "Barks" come in... the KHS team will be on hand with some friendly, adoptable pets to cheer you on and comfort you when it's all over.

Registration is limited to 300 "Runners" so get your sneakers (or your flip-flops) ready and sign up today! 

The Kansas Humane Society is a community resource for pets and people that helps abandoned and homeless animals in our community. The KHS animal shelter offers a wide variety of services to promote the human and animal bond. These include: pet adoption, spay/neuter services for the pets of low income families, community outreach, end of life services, animal rescue, pet rehoming, donation opportunities, Woofstock, and so much more.

KHS is proud to give animals the care, comfort, hope, and the second chance at a new life they deserve and aren't we all proud to be part of a community that helps support the services KHS provides?

Show your love and donate today!

The Side Pockets Annual "Barks, Brews & Running Shoes .5k" is coming up on June 7th, 2025. We're starting the search for sponsors early this year in order to help make this event a success! By sponsoring the Beer Run, you'll not only get prime visibility in front of a community that loves good beer, but also show your support for animal welfare.


With sponsorship packages designed to fit businesses of all sizes, your brand will benefit from event exposure, digital promotion, and on-site recognition.

Join us in creating an unforgettable day in helping the Kansas Humane Society continue their vital work for the community. For more information on sponsorship opportunities, contact us today!

We're Looking for Sponsors!

Fab SWAG for every participant!

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Participants will receive their choice of a limited edition Side Pockets "Barks, Brews & Running Shoes" 0.5k Beer Run T-Shirt or Tank Top, a 2025 Beer Run Finisher's Medal, a "Bragging Rights" .5k Sticker and be automatically entered into our prize giveaway at the end of the run!

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