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Saturday, October 10th, 2026
Laurel Park, Gainesville GA
5K
57–75°F · low rain risk
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2025
51–69°F
dry
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54–73°F
dry
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53–76°F
dry
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48–72°F
dry
2021
60–79°F
dry
2020
60–73°F
rain
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59–74°F
dry
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68–77°F
rain
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69–81°F
rain
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52–75°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Oct 10
Rain likely · 59–73°F
Saturday, Oct 10starts near 59°F · 51% chance of rain · wind up to 13 mph
About this race
🎃 Haunted Hustle 5K
Presented by Crossridge Search and Rescue - a local nonprofit that provides search and rescue operations at no cost to the missing person's family.
Something spooky is coming to Laurel Park... and you're invited to be part of the very first Haunted Hustle 5K!
Whether you're chasing a personal record, walking with friends, or showing off your best Halloween costume, this event is all about bringing our community together for a morning of fitness, fun, and purpose.
Join us on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 9:00 AM at beautiful Laurel Park in Gainesville, Georgia for a Halloween-themed 5K!
🎃 Come dressed in your best costume for a chance to win our Costume Contest and take home a special prize!
Your $35 registration includes:
👕 Official Haunted Hustle 5K race T-shirt
🏅 Finisher medal
🎃 Entry into the Costume Contest
❤️ The opportunity to support an incredible local mission
Every registration helps support Crossridge Search and Rescue, providing resources to continue serving our community when people need help the most.
So grab your family, rally your friends, lace up your running shoes, and get ready to run for your life!
The Haunted Hustle 5K isn't just another race—it's the beginning of what we hope becomes a Gainesville Halloween tradition.
📅 Saturday, October 10, 2026
⏰ Race Begins at 9:00 AM
📍 Laurel Park | Gainesville, Georgia
Early packet pickup will be available at the following location, date, and times
Big Peach Running Co.
7419 Spout Springs Rd Ste 103
Flowery Branch, GA 30542
October 8-9, 10AM - 6PM
We'll see you at the starting line... if you dare. 🎃👻
For more information about Crossridge Search and Rescue, please visit www.crossridgesearchandrescue.com or find us on Facebook!
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