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Saturday, October 10th, 2026
6365 Halcyon Way, Alpharetta GA
5K
58–75°F · low rain risk
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Oct 10
Cloudy · 59–76°F
Saturday, Oct 10starts near 59°F · 23% chance of rain · wind up to 9 mph
About this race
Race Overview
🐄: 🐔: 🏁: THE GREAT CHICKEN CHASE 5K 🏁: 🐔: 🐄:
👧:👦: CHICKEN MINI FUN RUN FOR THE MINI'S 👧:👦:
Perfect for our youngest runners, ages 10 & under! ❤️❤️
Event Details
- Date: October 10, 2026
- Location: 6365 Halcyon Way, Alpharetta, GA
- Race URL: The Great Chicken Chase 5K
- Start Time: 8:00 AM for both 5K and Chicken Mini Fun Run
About the Race
Join us for The Great Chicken Chase 5K and Chicken Mini Fun Run is a fun, family-friendly run/walk bringing together our running community, families, friends, and Chick-fil-A fans for an unforgettable morning at Halcyon.
- Fun for All: Whether you’re chasing a PR, running your first 5K, walking with friends, or simply coming out for the fun—this race is for you.
- Chicken and Cows: And yes…there will be chicken and cows! 🐄: 🐔:
- Make a Difference: Every step you take helps make a difference! The Drake House
- Donations: 100% of all donations from this event benefit The Drake House.
Who Can Participate?
❤️ Best of all, everyone is welcome! 🎉:
- Runners: All levels of experience are invited.
- Walkers: Join us for a leisurely stroll!
- Families: Bring the whole crew along.
- Chick-fil-A Fans: Come ready to enjoy some chicken spirit! 🐣:
Race Swag
The first 500 registered participants are guaranteed:
- Race Shirt: An official Great Chicken Chase 5K race shirt.
- Finisher Medal: A Great Chicken Chase finisher medal.
- Register Early: Be sure to register early to guarantee your race swag!
Finish-Line Reward
Every race packet will include a coupon for a FREE Chick-fil-A Chicken Biscuit! 🐔:
Because after running a 5K, you’ve earned some chicken!
Registration Information
- Registration Deadline: Closes at midnight on Friday, October 9.
- No Race-Day Registration: Register ahead of time and don’t miss the chase!
Packet Pickup
Friday, October 9 from 11:00 AM–6:00 PM at Big Peach Running Co. – Cumming.
All participants must pick up their race packets during advance packet pickup.
Note: There will be NO race-day packet pickup. Please plan accordingly.
Race Day Logistics
Arrive early to have plenty of time to park, warm up, meet your friends, and get ready for the start.
Big Peach Running Co. and Chick-fil-A are excited to bring our community together for a memorable morning at Halcyon.
Final Thoughts
RUN IT. WALK IT. BRING THE FAMILY. 🎉:
You don’t have to be a competitive runner to participate. The Great Chicken Chase is all about movement, community, family, and fun.
Run it. 🏃:
Walk it. 🚶:
Bring your friends. 🙌:
Bring your family. 👨:👩:👧:👦:
And come ready to chase some chicken! 🐔:
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