APONI DOG RACE 2026
APONI DOG RACE launched Slovakia’s first obstacle race with a dog in 2022. It is a one-day race in which you and your dog form one team. Together, you will tackle natural and purpose-built obstacles – expect running through mud, crawling, jumping, water and many other challenges that will test your teamwork and push your limits beyond everyday training.
This year, we are preparing the 5th edition and, at the same time, the 6th obstacle race held under our auspices. 🔥 Be sure to mark 29 August 2026 in your calendar and come with your four-legged partner for an unforgettable experience!
Date: Saturday | 29 August 2026
Venue: Vyšný Medzev | Motocross track
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GPS coordinates: 48.72173, 20.89374
Main course: approx. 6 km
Hobby/children’s course: approx. 2 km
Online registration: Registration will open in mid-April 2026. Entry fees are non-refundable. If a competitor is unable to attend the event for any reason, registration may only be transferred to another competitor.
Start: The first competitor is expected to start between 8:00 and 8:30 a.m. The exact time will be confirmed depending on the weather. Competitors will start individually at intervals of approximately 30 seconds.
On-site registration of participating teams: From 7:00 a.m. at the registration tent. Registration will take place within an assigned time slot depending on the competitor’s start time.
MAIN RACES
Categories
Dogs up to 14.99 kg: men and women (approx. 6 km)
Dogs from 15 kg: men and women (approx. 6 km)
Dogs from 30 kg: men and women (approx. 6 km)
Team 2+1 / TWO RUNNERS + ONE DOG (approx. 6 km)
Children aged 7–10 and 11–14 (approx. 2 km)
HOBBY, DOG SENIOR (approx. 2 km, more information below)
RUN WITHOUT A DOG (approx. 2 km or 6 km, more information below)
Entry fee
Online registration/main categories based on the dog’s weight (approx. 6 km):
- 15–19 April 2026: €45
- 20 April–18 June 2026: €55
- 19 June–31 July 2026: €65
- 1–17 August 2026: €65 (without the original medal)
We will donate 10% of the entry fees to a dog shelter.
The price list for the Hobby, Children and Team 2+1 categories can be found below.
Prizes
Finisher’s medal for both competitors (human + dog)
APONI DOG ADVENTURE key ring
DOG HERO starter pack
Collar for the first 150 registered competitors*
Trophies and prizes for the winners of the announced categories
