Barks & Brews 5K takes place at William Land Park near the corner of Freeport Blvd. and Sutterville Rd.

Event Location

Saturday Packet Pickup

May 23, 2026 – 10:00am to 6:00pm
Fleet Feet Sacramento
2311 J St, Sacramento, CA 95816

7:15 am - Race Day Registration & Packet Pickup
8:15 am - Off the Leash! Kids Race (10-under)
8:45 am - 5K & 1-Mile Races
9:00 am - Beer Garden Opens
9:45 am - Awards Ceremony

Race Day Schedule

Barks & Brews 5K is part of the 2026 RunSac Race Series, a collection of Sacramento’s premier running events that celebrates everything that makes our local running community one of the best in America—professionally produced races, scenic and iconic courses, and a passionate, welcoming community of runners.

All participants can join the FREE Milestone Program to track miles across the series and earn great rewards along the way. For performance-focused athletes, the Competitive Division offers a Grand Prix–style competition with age-group awards and the chance to measure yourself against Sacramento’s top runners while competing for $12,000 in prize money. Click here to learn more and sign up.

RunSac Race Series

All participants receive:

Tri-blend event shirt (upgrade options available)
Commemorative finisher medal
Free race photos
Run with your dog and compete in special dog divisions
Beer garden (1 complimentary beer included for participants 21+)
Post-race food and snacks
Aid station on the 5K course for humans and pups

Swag & Event Features

Dog registration add-on package:

Commemorative Barks & Brews Tidy Pet Bag Dispenser
Personalized bone shaped bib with your dog’s name (must register by May 15 for a personalized dog bib)

Founded in 1975, Canine Companions® is a non-profit organization that enhances the lives of people with disabilities by providing highly trained assistance dogs and ongoing support to ensure quality partnerships.

Beneficiary

Flat, fast scenic loop through beautiful William Land Park. All races are dog and stroller friendly.

Course

Course Map

Awards ceremony to follow event. Prizes for overall male and female winners; top finishers in dog categories; and top three finishers in each age division. All kids in the fun run receive medals.

Age Groups:
12 & Under, 13-15, 16-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+, overall non-binary

Dog Divisions:

Small Dogs (25 pounds and under)
Medium Dogs (26-69 pounds)
Large Dogs (70+ pounds)

*If running with more than one dog, dog division will be based on the largest dog.

**Awards & results are limited to the 5K event. The kids race and 1-mile walk is untimed.

Event Info

Welcome to Barks & Brews 5K!