K9 Candy Cane 5K Fun Run

K9 Candy Cane 5K Fun Run takes place in Renton, Washington, on December 6, 2026, with a single 5K run and walk starting at 9:15 a.m. The K9 in the name points to a dog-friendly December outing, and the fun-run label sets expectations accordingly: this is a relaxed community morning rather than a race with a competitive field.

Running with a dog changes the effort more than people expect. Use a waist leash so your arms stay free, start behind the main pack to give yourself room, and accept that your pace will be dictated by your companion rather than your watch. Without a dog, the 3.1 miles works as an easy weekend run or as a brisk tempo effort in the middle of a winter block. The 9:15 a.m. start is late enough that you can eat breakfast first, which is rarely true of December races.