In 26 days · Sun, Oct 11, 2026
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When
Sunday, October 11th, 2026
Where
101 Soccer Park Drive, Cary NC
Distance
5K
Typical weather
57–73°F · low rain risk
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On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years
2025
55–66°F
rain
2024
47–67°F
dry
2023
55–71°F
dry
2022
45–70°F
dry
2021
64–72°F
dry
2020
65–71°F
rain
2019
56–77°F
dry
2018
66–77°F
rain
2017
73–83°F
rain
2016
48–66°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
- Date: 2026-10-11
- Location: 101 Soccer Park Drive, Cary, NC
- Event: Howl-O-Ween 5K & Dog Walk
- Website: Howl-O-Ween 5K Registration
Event Details
- Community Involvement: Hosted by NC State Vet school community.
- Who Can Join: Runners, walkers, families, students, and dog lovers of all ages.
- Costume Theme: Dress up in your favorite Halloween costume (pets encouraged too!).
- Activities: Costume contests, photo opportunities, and treats for both human and canine competitors.
Beneficiary Information
- Charity: Proceeds will benefit Harnett County Animal Shelter.
- Shelter Mission: Serving as a first stop for animals in our community with nowhere else to go.
- Daily Operations: Enrichment, socialization, monitoring needs, reunifying lost pets, coordinating adoptions.
- Funding: 60% of all proceeds will be donated to Harnett County Animal Shelter.
Community Impact
- Purpose: Celebrating the human-animal bond and supporting animal health and wellness.
- All Welcome: No matter your pace or experience level, everyone is encouraged to participate.
- Join Us: Come run, walk, wag, and celebrate Halloween!
- Excitement: We can't wait to see you and your four-legged friends at the starting line!
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Live prices near the start line, Oct 10 – 12, 2026.
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