Jingle Paws 5K
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Event details
The Jingle Paws 5K takes place on Saturday, December 13, 2025, in Palm Springs, CA. The event includes:
- 5K (3.1 miles)
- Elf Dash for children 10 and under
The course begins at Temple Isaiah, 332 W. Alejo Road, and follows a quiet, scenic route through local neighborhoods. The route is described as relatively flat. Each 5K participant receives a Santa suit to wear during the event and keep. Strollers and dogs are allowed on the 5K route.
Registration and logistics
Packet pick-up and late registration are available at the event site on Friday, December 12, and on the morning of the event. Early registration for the 5K is listed as $45; registration at packet pick-up and on event day is listed as $50. The Elf Dash is listed as $10. The event benefits Guide Dogs of the Desert, a 501(c)(3) charity that provides guide dogs at no cost for people who are blind or sight impaired and assistance dogs for people with seizures, Autism, or PTSD. Free parking is noted at the venue. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.