
From the Organizer
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!!
Peachtree Qualifier! Join us for our 9th annual Canine Pet Rescue fundraiser/Halloween Howl event at Little Mulberry Park in Dacula. 100% of your entrance fee will go towards saving dogs, rehabilitating, housing, and placing them in new loving homes. It will be SPOOKtacular fun for the whole family!! Costumes are optional and encouraged! We will have a costume contest for Kids, Adults, and Pups! Award ceremony will commence after the race. No Refunds since this is a charity event. Thank you!!
**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*
RAFFLE!!! We will be selling raffle tickets now through race day for $2 each or (3 for $5) or (10 for $15) for some great items! You do not have to be present to win. Check back soon for more updates!!
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. Runners, walkers, strollers, and all furbabies are welcome!
WE ASK THAT YOU ABIDE BY THESE GUIDELINES:
Please make sure your dog(s) are:
(No Aggressive Dogs & please make sure to clean up after your pups)
Registration Fees:
*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.
**5K includes a t-shirt, finishing medal, and a swag bag while supplies last. Our 1K includes a finishing medal only, but t-shrts can be pre-ordred for an extra charge. Our Virtual Race includes a medal and T-shirt. Additional adult size shirts are available for purchase!
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
69°
Typical Low
45°
Chance of Rain
17%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Winder 4s, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
8,222
as of 2023
Elevation
983 ft
Nearest Airport
PDK
DeKalb Peachtree Airport · 29 mi
Major Hub
ATL
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport · 43 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
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Halloween Howl 5K & 1K
Oct 31, 2026