2024 Bark & Brew 5K Presented by Chief Financial Credit Union

Leader Dogs for the Blind and presenting sponsor Chief Financial Credit Union are excited to announce the Bark & Brew 5K/1-Mile! Kick off your summer on a beautiful course including the Clinton River Trail and winding through the trails of Bloomer Park in Rochester, MI. Proceeds raised during the Bark & Brew 5K support the programs and services that Leader Dog provides free of charge to people who are blind or visually impaired.

THIS EVENT IS CAPPED AT 800 PARTICIPANTS.

New in 2024! The Double Dog Dare Ya! Combo - Finish the 1-Mile and 5K and receive a BIGGER 2024 Commemorative medal! The Double Dog Dare Ya! Combo is limited to 100 registrants.

The 5K/1-Mile includes free entry to Leader Dog's Bark & Brew event taking place after the run/walk at Rochester Mills Beer Company in Downtown Rochester from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. This family-friendly event features music, dogs, puppies, kids' games/inflatables, and great food and drink.

Participants will receive a race t-shirt, mug medal with bottle opener, race bib, pint glass, and a coupon for a free, age-appropriate beverage at the Bark & Brew event. 

After completing your race, head over to the Bark & Brew Event Site in Downtown Rochester to redeem your free beverage coupon! Have your non-running friends and family join you at the Bark & Brew event and continue the fun throughout the day.

Start Times

1-Mile: 8:00 AM
5K Run/Walk: 8:30 AM

Packet Pick-Up:
Thursday, June 6 - 2:00 to 6:00 PM @ Leader Dogs for the Blind
Friday, June 7 - 2:00 to 6:00 PM @ Chief Financial Credit Union
Saturday, June 8 - 6:30 - 8:30 AM @ Bark & Brew Event Site

Course Map:
1-Mile Course Map
5K Course Map

Water Stations & Post-Race Food:
There will be no water stations on the course. Each participant is responsible for their own hydration during the event. Post-race water and food will be available near the finish line.

*Important: Only service animals are allowed on the 5K racecourse. Leader Dog puppy raisers can participate with their Future Leader Dog and breeding hosts can participate with their breeding stock dog in the 1-Mile Run only.

Select Category
Finish the 1-Mile and 5K and receive a BIGGER 2024 Commemorative medal! The Double Dog Dare Ya! Combo is limited to 100 registrants.
$44.99
No strollers allowed.
$34.99
No personal dogs are allowed; All Leader Dogs, adult or pup, are welcome.
$29.99