Peace Ridge Sanctuary is hosting its 4th Annual 5k Run for the Animals & 1 Mile Fun Walk on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025, also known as World Animal Day.

"On this special day we will aim to raise awareness about animal welfare and promote the protection of all animals—whether they are pets, wildlife, or farm animals," said Peace Ridge.

This family friendly event will be held at PRS’s Northeast Equine Sanctuary located at the edge of Freedom and Albion, Maine. The purpose of this event is to aid and support lifesaving work PRS performs daily.

Peace Ridge provides the following information:

This is one of the few fundraising events PRS holds each year. The funds raised are crucial for providing food, care, and medical treatment to our rescued animals, as well as for rescuing more in need. Many of our animals have come from severe cases of cruelty, teaching us about resilience and forgiveness. We deeply appreciate your support and any additional fundraising efforts you choose to do.

LOCATION: The Northeast Equine Sanctuary is located on the border of Albion and Freedom, Maine amid lush green landscape mixed with fields and forests, making it the perfect spot for this compassionate cause. There are endless stunning views surrounded by several gorgeous horses and ponies. By October this area will be bursting with beautiful warm fall foliage.

RACE/WALK: The race features a 5k trail run (3.1 miles) and a 1-mile trail walk, open to all fitness levels. Participants will run or walk through beautiful, natural scenery, winding along the enclosures and enjoying the calm presence of the animals as they go about their peaceful lives.

EVENT ACTIVITIES: Outdoor Pre-Run Yoga for all levels and Animal Yoga for kids after the race. Delicious vegan BBQ courtesy of one of our top sponsors Veggie Life. Explore sponsor tables and grab some treats/swag. Spending time with the horses! Vegan friendly prizes for top fundraisers and 5K finishers and a raffle. Corn-hole, scavenger hunts and face painting.

Timeline of Event:
9:30 – 11:15 am ------ Check in opens
10:15 – 11 am -------- All-levels Yoga for Runners + Meditation
11:20 am --------------- Announcements
11:30 am --------------- Race Starts!
12 pm ------------------- BBQ will be up and ready
12:40 pm --------------- Announcement for Quick reminders: Animal Yoga for Kids starting soon & Raffle Tickets still available till 1pm and check out all the sponsors!
1 -1:30 pm ------------- Awards & Raffle Prizes Announced

PRICING
Ages 1-4 FREE
Ages 5-12 $20
13 and older $30
Day of Event $40

ADDITIONAL RACE DETAILS
• Though we LOVE ALL animals, companion animals (e.g., dogs), are not permitted at the event.
• No overnight parking or camping. Please see the list of hotels etc., below.
• Check-in begins at 9:30 am (race starts at 11:30 am)
• Parking/Entrance: Corner of Barnes Road & Irving Lane. Parking in fields across from the sanctuary.
• Materials provided race day: bibs for runners & walkers, safety pins.
• Volunteers: Volunteers greatly appreciated! If you or a family member or friend are willing to help out the day of the event or leading up to the event, please contact Whitney at whitneyshea6@gmail.com
• We will definitely need volunteers for setting up and cleaning up!
• GotSneakers? We will be collecting used sneakers at the race, which will be donated to GotSneakers, who recycles and reuses them.T-Shirts: T-shirts will be available on race day as long as supplies last.