13th Annual Paws for the Cause 5k Run and 1-Mile Walk

The 13th Annual Medina County SPCA Paws for the Cause 5K Walk/Run and 1-Mile Fun Run will be held in Medina, Ohio, on Saturday, October 24, 2026. The proceeds will directly benefit the abused, neglected, and injured animals that the Medina County SPCA works so diligently throughout the year to protect.

When:  Saturday, October 24, 2026. 5k Race will start at 9:00 am and the 1 Mile Fun Walk will start at 9:15 am

Where:  Medina City Square, Medina, OH

Cost:

Early Registration thru August 31 - 

     5k - $30.00

     1 Mile - $30.00

Standard Registration thru September 30 -

     5k - $35.00

     1 Mile - $35.00

Late Registration thru October 17 - 

     5k - $40.00

     1 Mile - $40.00

Race Day Registration will be available on site - 

     5k - $45.00

     1 Mile - $45.00

Race Swag:  Each race registration comes with an official race shirt, electronic chip timing, post-race refreshments, and a chance at race awards

Packet Pickup:  

Saturday, October 24 at race site starting at 7:30 am

Awards:  Commemorative awards will be given in the following age categories for the 5k

19 & Under

20-24

25-29

30-34

35-39

40-44

45-49

50-54

55-59

60-64

65-69

70+

Race Maps:

STRAVA Data for 5k - PAWS 5k Route | Run | Strava

STRAVA Data for 1 Mile - PAWS 1 Mile Route | Run | Strava

Would you like to Volunteer?

A race this special cannot happen without the help of many!  Click HERE for volunteer opportunities.

Thank you to our Sponsors:

           BEST PAWS FORWARD DOG TRAINING     LAURA PISKAC