Halloween Howl 5K - Auburn
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Halloween Howl 5K & 1K
The Halloween Howl is a canine-focused charity running event held at Little Mulberry Park, at the Fence Road entrance near Hwy. 324 in Auburn, GA. It is presented as the ninth annual Canine Pet Rescue fundraiser and is listed as a Peachtree qualifier. The organizer states that 100% of entrance fees will go toward saving, rehabilitating, housing, and placing dogs in new homes. The event includes a costume contest for kids, adults, and dogs, followed by an award ceremony.
Multiple participation options are offered:
- 5K Run/Walk
- 1K Run/Walk
- Virtual 5K
Race services and rules are described: the 5K entry includes a t-shirt, finishing medal, and a swag bag while supplies last; the 1K includes a finishing medal and t-shirts may be pre-ordered for an extra charge; the virtual option includes a medal and t-shirt. Registration fees vary by event and by date, and all registration fees are non-refundable. T-shirts and swag bags are not guaranteed after the signup deadline of 10/08/26. Early packet pickup is available at the Mulberry Park Pavilion on Friday, 10/30/26 from 4:30pm to 6:00pm, and packet pickup begins on race morning at 8:15am.
Dog participation guidelines require current vaccinations including rabies, an ID tag, a leash six feet or shorter with no retractable leashes, adult supervision, and no aggressive dogs; attendees are asked to clean up after their pets. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
