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Saturday, October 31st, 2026
3855 Fence Road, Auburn GA
5K
50–68°F · low rain risk
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2025
42–61°F
dry
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59–76°F
dry
2023
47–66°F
dry
2022
55–71°F
rain
2021
49–63°F
dry
2020
44–61°F
dry
2019
38–72°F
rain
2018
47–72°F
dry
2017
46–67°F
dry
2016
59–83°F
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About this race
Event Overview
Reminder: The race is at Little Mulberry Park and we are at the FENCE ROAD entrance close to Hwy. 324!! Our banners are located at the entrance as well!!
Race Details
- Fundraiser: Peachtree Qualifier! Join us for our 9th annual Canine Pet Rescue fundraiser/Halloween Howl event at Little Mulberry Park in Dacula.
- Purpose: 100% of your entrance fee will go towards saving dogs, rehabilitating, housing, and placing them in new loving homes.
- Fun for Everyone: It will be SPOOKtacular fun for the whole family!! Costumes are optional and encouraged!
- Contest: We will have a costume contest for Kids, Adults, and Pups! Award ceremony will commence after the race.
Race Options
- 1K: Our 1K is perfect for small or senior dogs and their owners, our senior community and kids (of all ages) that want to participate but that want to do a shorter distance.
- Packet Pickups: Early Packet Pickups available at the Mulberry Park Pavilion (race location) from 4:30pm-6pm on Friday, 10/30/26.
- Registration: We will begin packet pickups at 8:15am on Saturday (10/31/26) morning.
- Start Times: The 5K will start promptly at 9AM. The 1K Fun Run will begin at 10AM.
Guidelines
WE ASK THAT YOU ABIDE BY THESE GUIDELINES:
- Vaccines: Please make sure your dog(s) are current on all their vaccines, including rabies.
- ID Tag: Dogs must be wearing an ID Tag.
- Leash Policy: Dogs must be on a 6ft or less leash & in control. No retractable leashes.
- Adult Supervision: Dogs must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
(No Aggressive Dogs & please make sure to clean up after your pups)
Registration Fees
- 5K: $30
- 5K Late Registration: $35 after August 31, 2026
- 1K: $20
- 1K Late Registration: $25 after August 31, 2026
Virtual Options: $35 for Virtual 5K, $40 after August 31, 2026.
Note: Registration Fees are Non-Refundable. 2026 T-shirts and Swag Bags are not guaranteed after signup deadline of 10/08/26! You will be able to register on race day, Saturday, 10/31/26 beginning at 8:00am as well.
Participant Perks
- 5K Swag: 5K includes a t-shirt, finishing medal, and a swag bag while supplies last.
- 1K Finishing Medal: Our 1K includes a finishing medal only, but t-shirts can be pre-ordered for an extra charge.
- Virtual Race: Our Virtual Race includes a medal and T-shirt.
- Additional Purchases: Additional adult size shirts are available for purchase!
For more information, visit the official race page: Halloween Howl 5K & 1K.
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