About the Paws for Freedom 5k Run & Walk
The race supports a service dog program for veterans and first responders, so the crowd at the start tends to skew toward people who care about that mission. The course is a road run through East Islip, though the terrain and route shape were not detailed by the organizers. Expect a mix of people there for the cause as much as the clock.
Several food trucks are set up at the finish, with options ranging from street tacos to desserts. It is the kind of post-race spread where people tend to stick around.
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Distances & Start Times
5k Run/Walk10/24/2026 09:00$35
Virtual 5k Run/ Walk10/24/2026 09:00$30
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