Paws in Motion 5K
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Paws in Motion 5K : Gretna, LA
The Paws in Motion 5K is a community 5K held on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at the Gretna Riverfront Amphitheater, 740 2nd Street, Gretna, LA 70053, US. The event is family and pet friendly and is organized to raise awareness and funds for local animal rescues. All proceeds benefit a local animal shelter.
The event program includes registration and packet pickup, special announcements and a group photo at the starting line, the 5K run/walk, refreshments, and awards and a raffle after the final participant finishes. The listing notes raffles, refreshments, and opportunities for photos.
Past proceeds supported shelter operations and community food assistance. In 2024 the event raised $4,000 to purchase a dental cleaning machine for JPAWS, enabling in-house dental care. In 2025 proceeds helped donate 10,000 pounds of pet food to the Westbank Food Pantry at JPAWS. The event page also shows $725 raised toward a $10,000 fundraising goal.
The listed entry price is $45 and the price increases after April 30, 2026. The event is nonrefundable. The organizer is identified as Paws in Motion 5k 2026 and the event location is given as Gretna Riverfront Amphitheater. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
