MacDill's Paws 4 Heroes 5K (Formerly Paws for Patriots 5k)
Updated
Sunday, March 7, 2027, first start 8:00 AM, in Tampa (6901 S MacDill Ave). Distances: 5K. Entry from $35; the 5K goes from $35 to $40 after December 31.
Course and race notes
The Dogs Inc's MacDill's Paws for Heroes 5k promises to be a fun event.
It features chip timing on an accurate, but not certified 5k course in a scenic Tampa (Gadsden) park. Runners (and virtual runners) will receive both a shirt and finisher's medal.
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Sunday, March 7
2027 · in 120 days
Start time
8:00 AM
Earliest wave
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
5K
Price
$35
Plus the platform's processing fee
5K goes up after Thu Dec 31 (in 54 days)
Registration
Open
Online signup closes Sat Mar 6 (in 119 days)
Opened Sep 22, 2026
Race day in Tampa
Weather
77° / 58°F
Typical high and low for March 7, with a 20% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Tampa Intl Airport, FL (7.1 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
6:49 AM – 6:33 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Sunday.
Calculated for the race location.
Near the start
Pin from the race's listed address. The start line can differ; check the race website for the course map. Directions
Parking
- Lot 120.6 mi
- Lot 40.6 mi
12 public lots and garages within 0.6 mi.
Places to eat
- Burger King quick bite0.5 mi
Nearest public restroom: 0.2 mi from the start.
Distances are straight-line from the race address. Check the race website for official parking.
Plan your trip
For the night before, Sat Mar 6
Where to stay
1 within 1 mi (about a 20-min walk)4 within 3 mi10 within 5 mi
Hotel
Hotel 1 of 5: Sleep Inn & Suites
About 19 min walk1.0 mi from the start
Hotel
Hotel 2 of 5: MacDill Inn
About 25 min walk1.3 mi from the start
Hotel · La Quinta Inn & Suites
Hotel 3 of 5: La Quinta Inn
About 7 min drive2.5 mi from the start
Hotel
Hotel 4 of 5: TownePlace Suites Tampa South
About 8 min drive2.5 mi from the start
Hotel · Sleep Inn & Suites
Hotel 5 of 5: Sleep Inn and Suites Tampa
About 10 min drive3.3 mi from the start
Hotels on the map
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