JINGLE PAWS 5K & ELF DASH

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! ‍了 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 瑩 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!