Where does the race start and finish?

The race starts at Warwood Middle School and finishes on Viking Drive.

Is the course the same for runners and walkers?

While both use the Heritage Trail, runners head north and walkers head south.

Who does this race benefit?

The event benefits the Ohio County Animal Shelter.

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2026 Auggie's 5K Run & Walk

Saturday, October 17, 2026Wheeling, WV5K

The 27th annual Auggie's 5K Run & Walk invites participants to support the Ohio County Animal Shelter through a scenic community event. The course takes runners and walkers along Wheeling's Heritage Trail, providing a flat and picturesque route directly adjacent to the Ohio River. Participants enjoy a unique split-course experience, with runners heading north and walkers heading south along the trail. Both groups converge to celebrate their finish on Viking Drive. This long-standing local tradition combines fitness with a meaningful cause for animal welfare.