From the Organizer
Join us for a fun, family-friendly run around Levy Park in Crowley—hosted by our very own local celebrity, Carl the dog 🐶
This event is open to kids of ALL ages—whether you’re racing, walking, or just out to enjoy the day, everyone is welcome!
This run benefits Furball Crowley, helping support animals in our community who need care, shelter, and a second chance.
Every registration and donation helps make a difference for local pets in need.
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
90°
Typical Low
74°
Chance of Rain
41%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Crowley 2 Ne, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
20 ft
Nearest Airport
LFT
Lafayette Regional Airport · 21 mi
Major Hub
MSY
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport · 125 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Run for the Paws Kids Color Dash, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
24
Days to train
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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.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most 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)
Run for the Paws Kids Color Dash
Jul 11, 2026