🐱 International Cat Day Virtual Race 2026 – 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon & Marathon

Celebrate International Cat Day with a Fun Virtual Run or Walk! Complete Anytime in August or September 2026.

Calling all cat lovers!

Did you know August 8 is International Cat Day?

We're celebrating our favorite furry friends with the 9th Annual International Cat Day Virtual Race!

Whether your cat supervises every treadmill workout, naps while you train, or insists on sitting directly in front of your computer, this race is for everyone who knows life is simply better with cats.

Run, walk, or jog your chosen distance while celebrating the incredible cats that make our lives brighter—and help support homeless pets waiting for loving families.

Choose your distance:

🏃 1 Mile • 5K • 10K • Half Marathon (13.1 Miles) • Marathon (26.2 Miles)

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🐾 Why You'll Love This Race

🐱 Beautiful collectible International Cat Day finisher medal

❤️ Supports Best Friends Animal Society

🐈 Celebrate your favorite feline

🏃 Run or walk anytime during August or September

👨👩👧 Perfect for the whole family

🎁 Great gift for cat lovers

📦 Ships within 2–5 business days

🐾 Celebrate International Cat Day from anywhere in the world

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❤️ Run for Cats in Need

At least 15% of every registration will be donated to Best Friends Animal Society, one of the nation's leading animal welfare organizations.

Best Friends Animal Society provides care and shelter for dogs, cats, rabbits, horses, birds, pigs, and many other animals while working toward its mission of helping every pet find a loving home.

Every mile you complete helps support animals waiting for their forever families.

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🏃 How the International Cat Day Virtual Race Works

🐱 Step 1: Register

Choose your distance.

🐱 Step 2: Complete Your Miles

Run...

Walk...

Jog...

Hike...

Or use a treadmill.

Complete your race whenever and wherever you'd like.

🐱 Step 3: Submit Your Results

Track your distance and finishing time.

Submit your results through Virtual Run Events.

🐱 Step 4: Celebrate

Receive your adorable Cat Day finisher medal and show everyone you're a proud cat lover!

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🏅 Quick Facts

Race Type: Virtual Run or Walk

Distances: 1 Mile • 5K • 10K • Half Marathon • Marathon

Complete: Anytime during August or September 2026

Ships: Within 2–5 Business Days

Charity: Best Friends Animal Society

Includes: Finisher Medal & Race Bib

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Race Details

WHAT

A virtual running and walking challenge celebrating International Cat Day and supporting homeless animals.

DISTANCES

• 1 Mile

• 5K

• 10K

• Half Marathon (13.1 Miles)

• Marathon (26.2 Miles)

Choose the distance that's right for you.

WHEN

Complete your race anytime during August or September 2026.

Celebrate on:

🐱 International Cat Day (August 8)

🐱 Any day in August

🐱 Any day in September

WHERE

Complete your miles anywhere!

• Neighborhood

• Park

• Hiking trail

• Treadmill

• Gym

• Running track

• Another organized race

Your cat can even supervise from the couch.

SHIPPING

Medals and race bibs typically ship within 2–5 business days after registration.

COST

$25

Includes:

✔ International Cat Day Medal

✔ Race Bib

✔ Donation to Best Friends Animal Society

Virtual Run Events is not affiliated with Best Friends Animal Society. We independently select charities and nonprofit organizations to support through our virtual races.

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🎁 The Purr-fect Gift for Cat Lovers

Looking for a unique gift for the cat lover in your life?

The International Cat Day Virtual Race makes a fun and memorable gift for:

🐾 Cat Moms

🐾 Cat Dads

🐾 Animal lovers

🐾 Runners

🐾 Walkers

🐾 Families

🐾 Veterinary professionals

🐾 Shelter volunteers

🐾 Anyone whose camera roll is mostly pictures of their cat.

Instead of another coffee mug or pair of socks, give an experience they'll remember—and a medal they'll proudly display.

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Why Everyone Loves the Cat Day Virtual Race

Cats make life happier.

Whether they greet you at the door, curl up beside you after a long run, or provide endless entertainment with their silly personalities, our feline friends deserve celebrating.

This race is a fun way to:

🐱 Celebrate your cat

🐱 Stay active

🐱 Collect a beautiful race medal

🐱 Support homeless animals

🐱 Make International Cat Day even more meaningful

No race-day pressure.

No travel.

No crowds.

Just you, your miles, and your favorite furry cheerleader.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a virtual race?

A virtual race is a running or walking event you complete whenever and wherever you choose.

Run outdoors, on a treadmill, at the gym, on a hiking trail, around your neighborhood, or even during another organized race.

Complete your distance, submit your results, and celebrate with your finisher medal.

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Can I walk this race?

Absolutely!

Walkers are always welcome.

Run, jog, walk, or hike your miles at your own pace.

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Do treadmill miles count?

Yes!

Indoor and outdoor miles both count toward your challenge.

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Do I have to complete my distance all at once?

No.

Complete your race in one session or spread your miles over several days.

Whatever works best for you!

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When will my medal ship?

Your medal and race bib typically ship within 2–5 business days after registration.

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Do I need to submit my results before receiving my medal?

No.

Your medal ships after registration.

Submitting your results is optional but encouraged.

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What charity does this race support?

At least 15% of every registration is donated to Best Friends Animal Society, helping care for homeless animals while they wait for loving homes.

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Can I participate with my cat?

While most cats prefer supervising instead of running, we'd love for your feline friend to cheer you on from home—or join you in a stroller, backpack, or pet carrier if that's their style!

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🐾 Every Mile Helps Animals

Since 2013, the Virtual Run Events community has helped raise more than $1,000,000 for charities and nonprofit organizations around the world.

Every registration supports a meaningful cause.

Every medal celebrates an accomplishment.

Every mile helps make the world a little kinder—for both people and pets.

Sign up today, celebrate International Cat Day, earn your Cat Day finisher medal, support Best Friends Animal Society, and show the world you're proud to be a cat lover!