
Project PAWS is a running race on October 25, 2026 in Eden Prairie, MN, with an entry fee of $25.
Join us for the Project PAWS 5K, organized by Eden Prairie High School DECA students Ananya Goli and Sarayu Kacham in support of Helping Paws, a Minnesota nonprofit that provides service dogs to people with physical disabilities and veterans.
Whether you’re an experienced runner, a casual walker, or simply looking to support a great cause, everyone is welcome! Bring your friends, family, and community together for a fun morning while making a meaningful impact.
Your participation helps us raise funds for Helping Paws and its mission of connecting people with service dogs that provide greater independence and support.
What to Expect:
5K run/walk
Bib and race experience
Community vendors and sponsors
A fun event supporting a meaningful cause
Come run, walk, or cheer us on. Every step makes a difference!
Thank you for supporting our event and helping us make an impact in our community. We can’t wait to see you there!
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
54°
Typical Low
36°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mpls Flying Cloud Ap, 2 mi from the venue.
Population
63,249
as of 2023
City Elevation
839 ft
Nearest Airport
MSP
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field · 11 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.
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Project PAWS, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
13
Days to train
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Project PAWS
Oct 25, 2026