12th Annual Run/Walk for the Paws 5K 2026
- Date Sat 11th April 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Saint Joseph, Missouri
- Price $32.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the 12th Annual Run/Walk for the Paws on Saturday, April 11, 2026, in beautiful St. Joseph, Buchanan! This exciting event features a chip-timed 5K run/walk that starts at 9:00 AM, making it a perfect day for competitors and casual walkers alike. The scenic course will take participants along Southwest Parkway to Bartlett Park and back, offering beautiful views and a fun atmosphere.
The event kicks off with local businesses and organizations showcasing their booths from 8:00 to 10:00 AM, followed by late registration and packet pick-up until 8:50 AM. Don’t forget to register before March 25, 2026, to secure your event t-shirt! Plus, this dog-friendly event encourages you to bring your furry companions along for the fun. Whether you're racing for a personal best or just enjoying the day, there are awards for the top three finishers in various age categories, as well as for our four-legged friends. Mark your calendars and get ready for a pawsitively wonderful day filled with community spirit!
The event kicks off with local businesses and organizations showcasing their booths from 8:00 to 10:00 AM, followed by late registration and packet pick-up until 8:50 AM. Don’t forget to register before March 25, 2026, to secure your event t-shirt! Plus, this dog-friendly event encourages you to bring your furry companions along for the fun. Whether you're racing for a personal best or just enjoying the day, there are awards for the top three finishers in various age categories, as well as for our four-legged friends. Mark your calendars and get ready for a pawsitively wonderful day filled with community spirit!
Organiser's Description
REGISTRATION FEE AND OTHER REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
$30 registration fee on or before March 25th 2026
$35 registration fee after March 25th 2026
*Register by March 25th to guarantee your event t-shirt. Event t-shirts must be picked up by the morning of the event. Unclaimed t-shirts will not be delivered after the race and will be given out to late registrants. Registration is optional for children ages 4 and under (unless t-shirt is wanted).
PACKET PICK-UP
You can pick up registration packets on Friday, April 10th from 4-7pm at packet pickup (location TBD) or on the day of the race from 8-8:50AM at the race start location near Bode Ice Arena.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
8:00-10 Local businesses/organizations booths
8:00-8:50am Late registration and packet pick-up
9:00am 5K Walk/Run begins!
10:00-10:30am Awards
RACE INFO
The race will start in the parking lot across from Bode Ice Arena, 2500 Southwest Parkway, St Joseph, MO 64503. Parking will be available in the Phil Welch Stadium parking lots, Rec Center or grassy lots across the street. This event is dog-friendly, so we greatly encourage you to bring your dog(s) to join you for the race, provided they are friendly with people and other dogs and are have updated rabies vaccinations. Local businesses/organizations will have booths for participants to browse. The race will be chip timed by local business ShowMe Running Company with instant results and finish line photos. The race course is handicap accessible but has some areas of uphill incline. Participants will run/walk from the parking lot across from Bode Ice Arena along the scenic Southwest Parkway to Bartlett Park, then turn around at Bartlett Park and make their way back to the start line. There will be water and snacks at the start/finish area. Volunteers will also be handing out water to participants along the course during the race. Awards for first, second and third place for male and female participants in the following age groups will be given: 12 AND UNDER, 13 -19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60+. Awards for first, second and third place dog finishers will be given as well!
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT FRIENDS OF THE ST. JOSEPH ANIMAL SHELTER OR TO DONATE, PLEASE VISIT: WWW.PETFORU.COM [http://www.petforu.com]
$30 registration fee on or before March 25th 2026
$35 registration fee after March 25th 2026
*Register by March 25th to guarantee your event t-shirt. Event t-shirts must be picked up by the morning of the event. Unclaimed t-shirts will not be delivered after the race and will be given out to late registrants. Registration is optional for children ages 4 and under (unless t-shirt is wanted).
PACKET PICK-UP
You can pick up registration packets on Friday, April 10th from 4-7pm at packet pickup (location TBD) or on the day of the race from 8-8:50AM at the race start location near Bode Ice Arena.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
8:00-10 Local businesses/organizations booths
8:00-8:50am Late registration and packet pick-up
9:00am 5K Walk/Run begins!
10:00-10:30am Awards
RACE INFO
The race will start in the parking lot across from Bode Ice Arena, 2500 Southwest Parkway, St Joseph, MO 64503. Parking will be available in the Phil Welch Stadium parking lots, Rec Center or grassy lots across the street. This event is dog-friendly, so we greatly encourage you to bring your dog(s) to join you for the race, provided they are friendly with people and other dogs and are have updated rabies vaccinations. Local businesses/organizations will have booths for participants to browse. The race will be chip timed by local business ShowMe Running Company with instant results and finish line photos. The race course is handicap accessible but has some areas of uphill incline. Participants will run/walk from the parking lot across from Bode Ice Arena along the scenic Southwest Parkway to Bartlett Park, then turn around at Bartlett Park and make their way back to the start line. There will be water and snacks at the start/finish area. Volunteers will also be handing out water to participants along the course during the race. Awards for first, second and third place for male and female participants in the following age groups will be given: 12 AND UNDER, 13 -19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60+. Awards for first, second and third place dog finishers will be given as well!
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT FRIENDS OF THE ST. JOSEPH ANIMAL SHELTER OR TO DONATE, PLEASE VISIT: WWW.PETFORU.COM [http://www.petforu.com]
Races
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5K Run/Walk TIMED (Includes Chip Timer)
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th April 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$32.80
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5K Run/Walk NOT TIMED (Does Not Include Chip Timer)
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th April 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$32.80
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VIRTUAL 5K (Run or Walk 3.1 Miles on Your Own Time)
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
$32.80
This option is for folks who want to support the great work that FOTAS does, but would prefer to stay away from crowds or aren't able to attend the 5K. You will still receive an event t-shirt if you sign up by March 25th (pick up at packet pickup or coordinate a time for pick up with race organizer). Run or walk 3.1 miles at your convenience.
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