Registration is under way for the Howl-o-ween benefit event for the Roice-Hurst Humane Society.

The Roice-Hurst Humane Society will join with the Greater Grand Junction Sports Commission to host the 5-kilometer and 2-kilometer fun runs and dog walks scheduled for Oct. 28 at Las Colonias Park in Grand Junction.

Check-in is set to start at 10 a.m. The races will begin at 11 a.m.,
followed at noon by a party featuring live music, food trucks and a pet costume contest.

“It’s a pleasure to partner with the Grand Junction Sports Commission  once again for the Howl-o-ween 5K,” said Anna Stout, chief executive officer of the Roice-Hurst Humane Society. “There’s nothing better than an autumn morning walk or run with your dog, especially while surrounded by dozens of pets in adorable costumes.”

Participants can choose between running or walking the 5K course through Las Colonias Park to the Roice-Hurst shelter and back or a 2K route around the park. People and their dogs are encouraged to participate in costume.

Registration is $25 in advance and $30 on race day for people and free for well-behaved, leashed dogs. Participants who bring their Roice-Hurst alumni canine will receive 25 percent off the fee using the code RH-ALUM. To register or obtain more information, visit the website at  https://RHhumanesociety.org/5K.

Proceeds will support pets and programs at Roice-Hurst Humane Society. The society operates a nonprofit animal shelter that provides care and adoption services for dogs and cats as well as programs and resources to help people keep and care for their pets.