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Saturday, October 24th, 2026
3173 Mill St SE, Covington GA
5K
51–71°F · low rain risk
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2025
48–72°F
dry
2024
59–81°F
dry
2023
49–71°F
dry
2022
48–75°F
dry
2021
49–76°F
dry
2020
63–74°F
rain
2019
47–70°F
dry
2018
45–70°F
dry
2017
50–66°F
dry
2016
54–82°F
dry
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About this race
Welcome to Vampire Run 2026
Season 7 - Spellbound
Presented by: Vampire Stalkers
Event Overview
- Date: In-Person - Saturday, October 24, 2026
- Virtual: October 1 thru October 24, 2025
- Certification: USATF certified 5k
- Purpose: Net proceeds go to Blood Cancer United (Formerly The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society)
Location
The race starts and finishes at: Legion Field located at 3173 Mill Street, Covington, GA 30014
Participation Options
- Choose to: crawl, walk, or run!
- Support: Help raise money for Blood Cancer United
- Virtual Option: Participate from anywhere during October
- Swag: All participants receive a bib, medal, and finisher shirt
Award Categories
- Overall: Top performers
- Overall Women: Top female performers
- Overall Men: Top male performers
- Age Categories: Various categories from under 10 to over 70
Event Features
- Costume Contest: Enter for a chance to win prizes!
- Famous Filming Locations: Experience iconic spots from popular shows
- Photo Opportunities: Over 20 marked photo spots
- Surprises: Expect unexpected fun along the route!
Runner and Walker Experience
- Certification: Timed run and Peachtree Road Race qualifier
- Course: Fun and flat route for good times
- Weather: Typically excellent Fall conditions
- Entertainment: Enjoy a spooky and fun atmosphere
Fun for Fans and Halloween Lovers
- Route: A movie and TV show filming walking tour
- Volunteer Support: Volunteers will capture your race moments
- Spooky Guests: Possible appearances from familiar faces
- Experience: Unique surprises along the path
Final Notes
Remember: Everything we do is designed to provide the most fun for you and to raise money for Blood Cancer United!
Price: The price you see is the total price you pay. It includes all taxes and fees.
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