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Jingle Paws 5K

location_city Palm Springs

location_on California

flag United States

calendar_today 13 Dec, 2025

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About the Event

Jingle Paws 5K is a dog-loving fun run/walk benefitting the Guide Dogs of the Desert. Each participant receives a Santa suit that can be worn during the event and is then yours to keep! All participants run, walk or stroll the 5K (3.1 mile) route. Strollers and doggies are welcome! There will also be an Elf Dash for children 10 and under. Follow a fast and relatively flat course beginning at Temple Isaiah (332 W. Alejo in Palm Springs) along a quiet and scenic route through local neighborhoods.

 

Friday, December 12

Saturday, December 13

 

WHO: Everyone is welcome! Runners, walkers, strollers, doggies - come one - come all for a great morning filled with holiday cheer and lots of Ho! Ho! Ho's! and jingle bells!

 

WHY: Get into the Christmas Spirit and help support the Guide Dogs of the Desert, a 501c3 charity that provides guide dogs at no cost for the blind and sight impaired as well as assistance dogs for those with seizures, Autism, or PTSD.

 

REGISTRATION: Early registration for the 5K is $45. Registration at packet pick-up and event day is $50. The Elf Dash is $10. For your convenience, packet pick-up will be held on Friday, December 12 from 10am-2pm at Temple Isaiah (332 W. Alejo Rd., Palm Springs, CA 92262). Packet pick up and race day registration will also be available on event morning at Temple Isaiah beginning at 7:30am. Plenty of free parking is available!

Races Offered

5K

Dec 13, 2025

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Road running

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Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for December in Palm Springs.

Temp (°C)
Feels Like (°C)
thermostat 10.2° / 20.7°
wb_sunny 6.5° / 17.2°
Wind (km/h)
Humidity (%)
air 6.2 /
water_drop 33.0%

About Palm Springs

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Palm Springs is a resort city in the California desert. It became a destination during the 1950s and 1960s when Hollywood movie stars flocked there in droves. Nowadays, the area offers entertainment for all ages, although the most common demographics consists of retirees. Palm Springs offers a wealth of indoor and outdoor activities. Known for its hiking, mid-century modern architecture, stunning natural beauty and sparkling pools, Palm Springs has the perfect blend of outdoor activities and casual relaxation.

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