The Pet Day Fun Run/Walk marks the beginning of the OSU Pet Day and Open House.

The Fun Run/Walk is organized by OSU College of Veterinary Medicine students and is open to the public and their pets (any and all pets are welcome, but please bring them on a leash or lead).

The event is a fundraiser for student activities.

Dogs aren't required, but are highly recommended!

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The 5K run/walk will be held on a flat, loop course that winds around and through the beautiful Oregon State University campus. Start and finish line is at Magruder Hall. Water will be available for people and pets throughout the course and at the finish of the race.

Saturday, May 3, 2025
Race starts at 9:00 a.m.
Packet pickup on the day of the race will begin at 7:30 a.m.

Event parking is free and located in the Reser Stadium parking lot. There will also be parking available in the parking lot behind Dryden Hall on 30th Street, however space is limited.

Prizes will be provided for the first adult finisher, first canine companion finisher, and first child finisher (12 years and under).

Free t-shirts for all who register online by 5/1/25!! Shirts will be available at the race for $10 each (cash or check) while supplies last.

Make sure to hang around after the Fun Run to explore Pet Day!!

For event-related questions, please click on the Contact the Organizers button on the left-hand side of this page.

Weapons and toy guns are strictly prohibited.