Run in Putnam
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RIP: Run in Putnam - Eatonton, GA
RIP: Run in Putnam is a Halloween-themed running event held in historic downtown Eatonton, Georgia on October 31, 2026. The main race is a RFID-timed 5K that runs through tree-lined streets and past historic architecture. The course passes locations described as haunted.
Event options:
- 5K RFID-timed race through downtown Eatonton
- 1 mile Fun Run open to all ages
Registration opens May 20, 2026 and closes June 30, 2026. Entry fees listed are $25.00 for the 5K and $20.00 for the Fun Run.
Awards are offered for age groups and overall finishers. Prize money is awarded to the fastest three men and fastest three women: $500 for 1st place, $250 for 2nd place, and $125 for 3rd place. Winners must be present at the awards ceremony to receive prize funds.
A costume contest offers additional prizes: $100 gift card for Best Overall Costume, $50 for Most Creative Costume, and $25 for Scariest Costume. Post-race activities take place at The Artisans Village Livery Studio, 109 East Marion Street, and include an awards ceremony and local vendors. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
