
From the Organizer
🎉 Paws in Motion 5K: THREE Years of Tails, Trails & Triumphs! 🐾
Three years. Countless wagging tails. Real impact for animals in need.
The Paws in Motion 5K is back for its THIRD year in 2026, and we’re ready to celebrate how far we’ve come—and how much more we can do together! 🐶🐾 What began as a simple community run has grown into a powerful way to support local animals and the people who love them.
Here’s what your steps have already made possible:
🐾 2024: We raised $4,000, which was used to purchase a dental cleaning machine for JPAWS. This allows the shelter to now perform necessary dental procedures in-house—improving animal health while cutting costly outsourced expenses.
🐾 2025: Thanks to your incredible support, proceeds helped donate 10,000 pounds of pet food to the Westbank Food Pantry at JPAWS, providing local families in need with food for their furry companions.
And now—it’s time for Year Three.
Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or letting your pup lead the way, every step you take helps create more success stories. Expect a high-energy morning packed with raffles, refreshments, photo-worthy moments, and a fun, family- (and pet-) friendly atmosphere.
Let’s celebrate three amazing years of impact and make 2026 our most paw-some year yet! 🐾💙
All proceeds benefit a local animal shelter.
📍 Event Details
🐕 Event Overview
The Paws in Motion 5K is a family- and pet-friendly event designed to raise awareness and funds for local animal rescues. Participants of all ages and fitness levels are invited to run, walk, and celebrate our shared love for animals.
📅 Date
Saturday, July 25, 2026
⏰ Schedule
6:00 AM – Sponsor Setup
7:00 AM – Registration & Packet Pickup
8:00 AM – Special Announcements & Group Photo at Starting Line
8:30 AM – 5K Start Time
8:45 AM – Refreshments Open
9:30 AM – Awards & Raffle
(Begins when the final participant crosses the finish line)
📌 Location
Parc des Familles
6101 Leo Kerner Pkwy
Marrero, LA 70072
🐾 Please Note: This event is nonrefundable.
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
92°
Typical Low
76°
Chance of Rain
49%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Terrytown 3s, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
17,468
as of 2023
Nearest Airport
MSY
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport · 14 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Paws in Motion 5k 2026, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Paws in Motion 5k 2026
Jul 25, 2026