2025 Brookhaven Duck Duck Goose 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run

  • Date Sat 11th October 2025
  • Time 8:00AM EDT
  • Location Brookhaven, Georgia
  • Price $18.24 - $28.24
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

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Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the 2025 Brookhaven Duck Duck Goose 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run! Taking place on Saturday, October 11, 2025, in the picturesque Murphey Candler Park in Dekalb, this annual event kicks off at 8 AM sharp with the 5K race, followed by the family-friendly 1-Mile Fun Run at 8:45 AM. Participants will enjoy a beautiful course winding through the park's scenic trails, making it a perfect outing for runners and walkers of all ages.

This fantastic event not only promises a great time but also supports the Murphey Candler Park Conservancy's efforts to enhance one of Metro Atlanta's premier parks. Early bird registration is available until September 9, 2025, with prices starting at just $25 for the 5K and $15 for the 1-Mile Fun Run. Plus, don’t forget to mark your calendars for packet pick-up on October 10, 2025, and enjoy the community spirit of this rain-or-shine event! Whether you're running, walking with family, or cheering from the sidelines, come join the fun and make a difference in your

Organiser's Description

The Murphey Candler Park Conservancy (MCPC) is excited to announce the Annual Duck Duck Goose 5K taking place October 11, 2025. Race starts at 8am sharp. This fundraiser supports the Murphey Candler Park Conservancy and our efforts to make Murphey Candler Park one of the premier parks in Metro Atlanta.

Visit www.murpheycandlerpark.org for event updates.

REGISTRATION

Register Online at runsignup.com up until 7:45am on 10/6/25.

Go to www.runsignup.com and search Brookhaven Duck Duck Goose

Early bird registration = $25-5K and $15-1 mile until 11:59PM on 9/9/25.

Registration = $30-5K/$20-1mile until 11:59PM on 9/28/24 then becomes $35-5K/$25-1mile.

Online registration closes at 7:45AM on 10/6/25.

* Race Day Registration will be available for $40 dollars via QR code from 7:00 am to 7:45 am. Credit card or debit card only. No cash or check will be accepted. (No t-shirt is guaranteed) In order to receive a DDG T-Shirt, you must register online no later than 11:59 pm on 10/25/24.

Those not interested in running can register as phantom runners to support the conservancy and receive an event T-shirt.





SHIRTS

Long sleeve shirts are guaranteed for online registrants registering by 10/6/2025.



PACKET PICK-UP

Packet Pick-up will be in Murphey Candler Park at the Duck Duck Social (located off Candler Lake East and Horseshoe Road - close to Tennis Courts) on Friday, October 10, 2025 from 4:00-7:00 p.m. Walk-up Registration and Packets may be picked up the day of the race starting at 7:00 a.m. (Note: No T-shirts guaranteed for day of race registration).



PROCEEDS

This fundraiser supports the Murphey Candler Park Conservancy and our efforts to make Murphey Candler Park one of the premier parks in Metro Atlanta.





RACE START

5k race starts at 8am sharp.There will be water stations along the course. The course winds through the park's beautiful trails and neighborhood.

1-Mile Fun Run starts at 8:45am and is great for smaller kids and families.



PARKING INSTRUCTIONS

Parking will be available at the Atlanta Colts Football and Murphey Candler Little League lots, and gravel lots off Candler Lake East.





STARTING LOCATION

The race will start and finish in the Murphey Candler Park Open Field Space (aka County Corner) located at corner of Candler Lake East and West Nancy Creek Drive.



THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT

In the event of inclement weather involving lightning or hazardous conditions, please check our website www.murpheycandlerpark.org for up to date information.





PETS/STROLLERS

Leashed dogs and strollers are welcomed on the course.

Races

  • 5K Run

    Incl. $3.24 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 11th October 2025 (8:00AM EDT)

    $28.24

    Strollers and Leashed Dogs permitted.
  • 1-Mile Fun Run

    Incl. $3.24 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 11th October 2025 (8:45AM EDT)

    $18.24

    All ages welcome.
  • Phantom Runner...If You Don't Want to Run but Want a Race T-Shirt!

    Incl. $3.24 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 11th October 2025 (8:00AM EDT)

    $28.24

    Choose phantom runner if you would like to support the Duck Duck Goose 5K and the Murphey Candler Park Conservancy but can't be present on race day or don't want to actively participate. You will receive a race t-shirt but of course no race bib. Thanks for your support!

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Location

1551 West Nancy Creek Drive, Brookhaven, 30319, GA, United States

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