Lace up your running shoes for a morning of fitness and fun while celebrating local pets and raising money for no-kill animal rescue organizations throughout the Greater New Orleans region. Hosted by Heaven’s Pets at Lake Lawn Metairie, the event will begin with a free, pre-race dog parade and conclude with Heaven’s Pets’ annual Blessing of the Pets. The scenic race winds through the oak-lined streets of historic Metairie Cemetery, where every step helps save animals in need. This year marks the event’s ninth anniversary. Since its inception, the race has raised $225,000 to support rescue organizations, many of which care for heartworm-positive animals requiring immediate veterinary treatment. Race participants will receive a commemorative T-shirt, finisher medal, goodie bag and refreshments. For race details and online registration, visit noladogsrace.com. Registration will also be available on race day starting at 7:00 a.m. Virtual participation is available as well.

Registration link: https://raceroster.com/events/2026/111751/2026-nola-dogs-race-to-the-res... (Registration is limited to 1000)

Date/Time: Sunday October 11, 2026, 7:00 am-10:30 am

Address: Heaven’s Pets at Lake Lawn Metairie 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70124

Event Contact: JoAnne Casey joanne@noladogs.org