JINGLE PAWS 5K & ELF DASH
Typically 43–58°F · low rain risk
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2025
59–74°F
dry
2024
42–59°F
dry
2023
44–63°F
dry
2022
29–38°F
rain
2021
36–56°F
dry
2020
43–52°F
dry
2019
44–62°F
dry
2018
45–60°F
dry
2017
53–66°F
dry
2016
44–64°F
dry
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About this race
A Holiday Tradition, Revamped & Better Than Ever!
Get ready for a bigger, better Jingle Paws 5K! This beloved holiday tradition is getting a fresh new experience at Ruth Hardy Park in
Palm Springs , with more activities, more family fun, and even more ways to celebrate while supporting the life-changing mission of Guide Dogs of the Desert.
Whether you run, walk, stroll, or bring your four-legged friend along, Jingle Paws is a festive morning for the entire community. Enjoy a 5K run/walk, holiday cheer, activities for kids, opportunities to meet our team and dogs, and plenty of reasons to jingle all the way!
Each registered 5K participant will receive a commemorative Jingle Paws race shirt, and participants can purchase a Santa suit through our event store for an extra dose of holiday spirit.
More to Experience This Year! 🐕🦺
Jingle Paws is more than a race! Stick around after crossing the finish line and enjoy everything our revamped event has to offer:
🏅 Awards for top runners
👕 Commemorative race shirts
🎄 Puppy Play Kids Zone
🐾 Meet our puppy trainers
🦮 Meet a real Guide Dog in Training and learn about the training journey
🐶 Dog-friendly festivities
✨ Holiday fun for the whole family
Something for Every Age! 🎅
Children under 4 participate FREE, making it even easier to bring the whole family along for the holiday fun!
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