# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Mutt Strut 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 07:30 am – Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 12:00 pm
- **Event Description**: ? Saturday, April 11, 2026 | Homewood Central Park

The 16th Annual Mutt Strut is back — and we're celebrating The One Where We All Run for a Good Cause! ?

Since Hand in Paw turns 30 in 2026, we're going full '90s with a Friends theme. Dust off your oversized flannel, perfect your Rachel haircut, and get ready to pivot your way through Birmingham's favorite dog-friendly 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run — all in support of Hand in Paw's Animal-Assisted Therapy programs.

Runners, walkers, dogs on leashes, kids, strollers — all welcome. No chip timing, just good vibes and four-legged cuteness.

Stick around after the race for the Awards Ceremony, where will will award prizes for fastest runner, slowest dog, top fundraisers, and best costume.

So grab your lobster (or your actual dog) and register today. Because we'll be there for you! ?

Early registration is highly encouraged. Learn more and register at: https://secure.qgiv.com/event/muttstrut26/

For sponsorship or vendor information, contact Amanda Summers at amanda@handinpaw.org, or visit https://secure.qgiv.com/for/muttstrut2026/event/sponsorship.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/birmingham/mutt-strut-2026/200029238817459
- **Event Categories**: dog, nonprofit, sports, kids
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 778

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Birmingham
- **state**: AL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Homewood Central Park
- **lat**: 33.475999053736
- **long**: -86.798172382372
- **full address**: Homewood Central Park, 1632 Bridge Ln, Birmingham, AL 35209, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Mutt Strut 2026
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/a57d4d7bdf25ad5751ca222f267f2a9e0a4099e13dd589d801c7173be1dfd57c-rimg-w1200-h632-dc020101-gmir?v=1775771827

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Mutt Strut 2026 being held?
  - **A:** Mutt Strut 2026 takes place on Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 07:30 am to Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 12:00 pm at Homewood Central Park, 1632 Bridge Ln, Birmingham, AL 35209, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Mutt Strut 2026?
  - **A:** Mutt Strut 2026 is organized by Hand in Paw.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Mutt Strut 2026 is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Birmingham, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 770+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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