Paws On Patrol 5k 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Start time
- 8:30 AM start (Los Angeles)
- Location
- Atwater, California
- Entry fee
- From $50
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2K RUN/WALK | Other | Oct 3, 20268:30 AM | $50$55 after Sep 26, 2026 | – |
| 5K RUN/WALK | 5K | Oct 3, 20268:30 AM | $50$55 after Sep 26, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $55 until Oct 3.
Online registration closes Oct 3, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $50, entry is about 35 percent above a typical 5K in California, which costs $37 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in California runs 38:06, about 12:16 a mile, based on 623 races with published results. Women typically finish in 41:27 and men in 33:40.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:58 AM, and the 2K RUN/WALK starts at 8:30 AM. The start sits about 110 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
5050 Santa Fe Drive, Atwater, CA 95301
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 3 the day usually runs from 60°F at dawn to 89°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 1% of days. Cold snaps dip to 54°F and hot years reach 100°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 5050 Santa Fe Drive, Atwater, CA 95301Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 110 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Distances
- 5K, Other
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 3, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Paws On Patrol 5k?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $50 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 3, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for California?
- At $50, entry is about 35 percent above a typical 5K in California, which costs $37 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, Other.
- Where does it start?
- 5050 Santa Fe Drive, Atwater, CA 95301.
From the organizers
Join us on Saturday, October 3, 2026, for an unforgettable experience at the historic Castle Air Museum in Atwater, California. Lace up your running shoes and bring the whole family for a one-of-a-kind event that combines community spirit, superhero fun, and support for those who serve and protect.
Whether you're chasing a new personal record in the 5K, enjoying the 2K Run/Walk with friends, or cheering from the sidelines, every participant becomes part of a mission that extends far beyond the finish line.