
Muddy Paws 5k is a running race on September 26, 2026 in Lowell, MA, featuring the 1 Mile and 5K distances, with entry fees from $25 to $35.
From the Organizer
The Muddy Paws 5k and Block Party is back again this year! Join us this spring for our dog friendly race, music, food trucks, a beer garden, and vendors from the Greater Lowell Community. There will be fun for the whole family!
There are 2 races at our event - a timed 5k run, and a family friendly 1 mile walk. This event is our biggest community event of the year, and we hope to see you there!
Events
Weather
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
71°
Typical Low
47°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lowell, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
114,799
as of 2023
City Elevation
97 ft
Nearest Airport
BOS
Boston Logan International Airport · 25 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Coming Up
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5 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
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From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Muddy Paws 5k
Sep 26, 2026