Paws in Motion 5K

JUL

25

2026

A family and pet friendly 5K in Marrero that raises funds for local animal rescues; past proceeds funded a dental cleaning machine for JPAWS and helped donate 10,000 pounds of pet food.

Sat 25 Jul 2026

Gretna, Louisiana

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5 kilometers

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Paws in Motion 5K 2026

Paws in Motion 5K is a family and pet friendly community run taking place on July 25, 2026, at Parc des Familles in Marrero, Louisiana (6101 Lafitte Pkwy, Marrero, LA 70072). The event is presented as the third annual edition and is organized to raise awareness and funds for local animal rescues and shelters. Activities on the event program include raffles, refreshments, photo opportunities, and awards.

Past editions report concrete impacts from event proceeds. In 2024 the event raised $4,000, which was used to purchase a dental cleaning machine for JPAWS to allow in-house dental procedures. In 2025 proceeds helped donate 10,000 pounds of pet food to the Westbank Food Pantry at JPAWS. The event listing notes that all proceeds benefit a local animal shelter and that the event is nonrefundable. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km