Get Ready for Ruff Runner: The Ultimate Tail-Wagging Action!Let's roll over the competition, fetch those running shoes, and get ready for some tail-wagging action! In just less than TWO weeks on September 23rd, Pearland Parks will be waiting for you at the starting line at Independence Park. Have YOU registered for Ruff Runner yet? Visit www.parks.pearlandtx .gov/special-events/ ruff-runner-yappy-ho ur to sign up today and view the full schedule below. What time do the races start?7:15 a.m. Group warm up provided by the 'Vic' Coppinger Family YMCA7:50 a.m. Kids 1K8 a.m. 5K 8:15 a.m. 3K FAQs:*How can my business or organization get involved? Custom sponsorships and free non-profit booths are available for Ruff Runner. *Non-Profit Booth Application: www.eventeny.com/eve nts/vendor/?id=11331*Sponsorship Opportunities: www.parks.pearlandtx .gov/home/showpublis heddocument/33843/63 826748055497000*Where is Ruff Runner taking place? Ruff Runner, presented by Epic Services, will take place at Independence Park, 3449 Pearland Pkwy, Pearland, TX 77584.*Am I able to change what race I’m competing in after I registered? Yes. If you'd like to change what race you are competing in please visit the registration tent prior to the start of your race and staff will assist.*When is packet pick up? Race bags, bibs and t-shirts can be picked up on Friday, September 22 from 2 - 6 p.m. at Wild Pear Running. (9330 Broadway, Ste. D-400, Pearland, TX 77584) *I didn't pick-up my race packet on Friday. Can I pick it up before my race? Yes, you may pick up your race bag at the Race Hospitality Tent, at Independence Park, Saturday morning, from 6 to 7:30 a.m. *I haven't received my bib number yet. Where can I pick it up? Participants will receive their assigned bib numbers when they register and/or pick up their race bags. The Registration/Packet pick-up tent will be available Saturday morning, from 6 to 7:30 a.m. *Can I run with a stroller or wagon? Yes, you may participate with a stroller or wagon; however, in effort to maximize safety and minimize tripping hazards staff will ask you to start your race at the back of the group. Please note - only registered participants will have their race timed and will receive race swag.*Can I register to participate onsite? Yes! Registration will remain available until the start of each race. Credit card transactions only. No cash will be handled onsite.*When I arrive where do I park? Parking is available at Independence Park and is first come, first serve. Vehicles must be parked by 7:30 a.m. and will not be able to move their vehicle until all runners have cleared the route and Pearland Police has reopened the roads for vehicle traffic. Please note the following IMPORTANT ROAD CLOSURES. Independence Park, Pearland Parkway north bound lanes, and John Lizer will close to vehicle traffic at 7:30 a.m. They encourage everyone to arrive early or you will not be allowed to enter and park onsite.*What do I do after my race? Immediately following the race, be sure to stick around visit with their presenting sponsors Epic Plumbing during the post-race Yappy Hour will take place at the park's pavilion.For additional event information, please contact their team at [email protected].