Join us for a 5K Trail Run at The Refuge!

Help us raise funds for The Pig Project, a campaign to build infrastructure so we can provide rescued pigs with a forever home.

Saturday, October 10, 2026, 9:00am - 1:00pm

A 5K at an animal sanctuary - what could be better?! In this officially timed race, you’ll make three loops on gravel roads that wind throughout the beautiful fields and forests of Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge. Our rescued goats, sheep, cows, ducks, geese, and chickens will cheer you on as you pass by their houses and habitats! The running path includes access to our new land where future rescued pigs will reside. Immediately following the official 5K, we will host a family-friendly Fun Run, where you can take advantage of enjoying the sanctuary at a slower pace. During the Fun Run, everyone can travel at their own pace to our new pig habitat, where a tour guide will share our vision of the new pig homes.

The event includes delicious offerings from food and drink vendors, as well as a special trophy ceremony for winners. All participates will receive:

• Race T-Shirts

• Swag Bags

• Finisher Medals

Rescued mother and daughter, Camellia and Marigold, already hard at work training for the event!

Sponsorship

We are seeking sponsors to help make this event a success! Sponorship levels, perks and information about how to sign up can be found below.

Sign Up

Early bird registrations are $30 per person, and all proceeds benefit Phase 2 of The Pig Project, a campaign to build houses and other essential infrastructure so that we can provide rescued pigs with a forever home. On August 1st, early bird prices will end and regular registration will be $40 per person.

Trail Preview!

Check out the race course ahead of time to get a sense of what this fun and meaningful event will look like!

Questions?

Please direct any questions about this event to: info@piedmontrefuge.org We look forward to see you there!