Flint's Fabulous 5K

Kannapolis, United States • 20 Sep 2025

Flint's Fabulous 5K is a charitable running event held in Kannapolis, North Carolina, supporting Leashes of Valor, a nonprofit that provides no-cost service dogs to post-9/11 veterans. The 5K race takes place at 150 North Research Campus Drive and is part of the Run Kannapolis Race Series. Participants can run or walk to help fund the training and care of service dogs, with registration fees and optional donations directly supporting the cause. The event is dog-friendly, encouraging well-socialized dogs to join. Proceeds cover essential training supplies, and the race honors Flint, a service dog who inspired the event's creation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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5 km
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