Hearts and Hands 4 Paws 5k
- Date
- October 25, 2026
- Location
- Muskingum Park, Marietta, OH
- Distance
- Hearts and Hands 4 Paws 5k Run · Hearts and Hands 4 Paws 5k Walk · Hearts and Hands 4 Paws 5k Run With Dog & more
From the Organizer
Benefiting Hearts and Hands 4 Paws with their mission to provide support and resources to allow animals to remain in their homes, reduce animal overpopulation, and aid animal welfare organizations. We help people pay for needed veterinary care and spay/neuter of their animals.
Last years race helped Hearts and Hands 4 Paws to provide 402 spay/neuters and 359 with veterinary assistance funding in 2024
We are the Mid Ohio Valley's only 5k offering 4 events of participation: 5k run, 5k walk, 5k run with your dog, 5k walk with your dog
Flat 3.1 mile loop starting and ending in Muskingum Park, traveling along Front St to Indian Acres Park and returning on the bike path in Marietta, OH
*********REGISTER BY OCTOBER 10, 2025 TO GUARANTEE RACE T-SHIRT*********
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
63°
Typical Low
40°
Chance of Rain
38%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Marietta Wwtp, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Marietta, OH
Population
13,282
as of 2023
Elevation
638 ft
Nearest Airport
PKB
Mid Ohio Valley Regional Airport · 6 mi
Major Hub
CMH
John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 85 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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What Are You
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Days to train
- Race
- Hearts and Hands 4 Paws 5k
- Date
- October 25, 2026
- Location
- Muskingum Park, Marietta, OH
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Hearts and Hands 4 Paws 5k?
- Hearts and Hands 4 Paws 5k is a running race held in Marietta, Ohio on October 25, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Hearts and Hands 4 Paws 5k?
- Sunday, October 25, 2026 in Marietta, Ohio at Muskingum Park, Marietta, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Hearts and Hands 4 Paws 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Hearts and Hands 4 Paws 5k
Oct 25, 2026