The Los Angeles Chinatown Firecracker 5/10K Run/Walk, Bike Ride, Kiddie Run and PAW’er Dog Walk is the largest and longest-running Lunar New Year charity run and event in the United States.

Established in 1978, Firecracker has since grown over the last 46 years to include a Bike Ride, Kiddie Run and Paw’er Dog Walk and serves the greater Los Angeles metropolitan area with support from Council District One of the City of Los Angeles. All proceeds are reinvested into the community, in support of elementary schools and non-profit organizations, providing services and programs that benefit local neighborhoods.

PAW’ER DOG WALK HIGHLIGHTS:
Lunar New Year Celebration, the 2k walk will wind through the Los Angeles State Historic Park, Los Angeles, CA. The walk will conclude near the Chinatown Gate, Dr. Sun Yat Sen Statue, and other historic and cultural landmarks. Proceeds from the event are donated to local animal rescue organizations.

*Note: The PAW’er Walk course is subject to change.

PAW’ER DOG WALK PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE:

• Finisher medal for the current lunar year
• Ultra-soft commemorative Firecracker t-shirt for dogs (sizes and quantities limited)Doggie Goodie Bag (with special gift for dogs)
• Personalized bibs if registered by 1/25
• Free Carbo-Load meal to all registered participants (available on Saturday only from 10am-2pm)
• Lucky Red Envelope
• Water stations at the Start/Finish and along the course
• One (1) free beer to all registered participants 21+ years of age

RULES FOR PET OWNERS:

• Dogs must be well-behaved and non-aggressive with people and other dogs
• Dogs must be on leash at all times, no exceptions. Please bring a flat leash that is no longer than four (4) feet. No extendable/retractable leashes will be allowed
• Dogs must be current on all required vaccines
• Please do not bring puppies who have not completed all of their vaccinations
• Only one dog is allowed per walker
• The person walking the dog must be 18 years or older. While children may walk alongside dogs, no children may hold the leashes to the dogs on race day.
• Please set a good example and pick up after your pet. Extra poop bags will be available, as well as trash cans.
• Carbo-Load and beer are for human participants only

SPECIAL NOTICE
At the PAW’er Dog Walk event, please bear in mind that your pet will be exposed to a variety of situations and noises including loud firecrackers during the opening ceremony (7:30 am), small excited children, barking dogs, loud music, people speaking loudly on microphones, and crowds clapping and cheering. There will not be any firecrackers lit after the opening ceremony. You know your pet best. Please use your best judgment to determine whether he/she can handle the excitement of the celebration and the duration/length of the walk.