Howl-O-Ween 5K - Gainesville
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Howl-O-Ween 5K - Gainesville
Howl-O-Ween 5K is a themed running and walking event taking place on October 17, 2026 at Depot Park in Gainesville, Florida. The event supports animal shelters and pet-related charities and includes an in-person option at Depot Park and a virtual participation option.
The event features a timed 5K road race with chip timing and official scoring provided by J3 Timing. Results will be posted by J3 Timing. Registered participants receive a short sleeve t-shirt, a finisher medal, a chip-timed race bib, live race results, and finish line treats for humans and dogs.
Registration opens May 18, 2026 and closes July 30, 2026. The listed registration fee for the 5K is $25.00. Dogs are welcome to participate on course and are not required to register separately.
The event description notes both running and walking participation are accepted and that the event is organized around pet-friendly activities. Timing and results are managed by a third-party timing provider. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
