Walk4Animals & 5K Run

Batavia, United States • 26 Apr 2026

Event Overview

The event is Anderson Humane's Walk4Animals & 5K Run. It takes place on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at the Batavia Riverwalk in Batavia, Illinois. The event is a fundraiser for Anderson Humane, an organization that cares for domestic and wild animals.

Distances

  • 5K Run (Timed): A timed running event.
  • 1.5 Mile (1.65-mile) Walk: An untimed walk along the Batavia Riverwalk. Participants are encouraged to bring their dogs.

Event Details

The walk is described as the organization's largest fundraiser. Packet pickup on race day opens at 6:45 a.m. Medals are awarded to the first and second-place male and female finishers in the 5K across several age categories. Other scheduled activities include a lure course, refreshments, and wildlife viewing.

Location

The event begins and ends at the Batavia Riverwalk, with the address Peg Bond Center at 100 N. Island Avenue, Batavia, IL. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 km
5k Run
1.5 Mile Walk
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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