5K Halloween Hustle to benefit the Paulding Education Foundation
- Date Sat 17th October 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Dallas, Georgia
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a spooktacular morning of fun and fitness at the 2nd Annual 5K Halloween Hustle, taking place on Saturday, October 17, 2026, in beautiful Dallas, Paulding. This exciting event features a thrilling 5K race and a 2-mile health walk, both designed to benefit the Paulding Education Foundation. Kick off your morning with the race starting at 9:00 AM, as you traverse the picturesque Mulberry Rock Park, with its gently rolling hills and scenic trails.
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or looking for a fun way to get active, this event is perfect for everyone! Participants will receive a long-sleeve race T-shirt and have the chance to win awards in various categories, including the top overall male and female winners. Registration fees are affordable, with pre-registration options available until October 1st. Plus, there are special discounts for Paulding County educators! Join us for this fantastic opportunity to support local education while enjoying a delightful day outdoors. Don’t miss out on this chance to make a positive impact in your community—mark your calendars and prepare for a memorable Halloween-themed hustle!
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or looking for a fun way to get active, this event is perfect for everyone! Participants will receive a long-sleeve race T-shirt and have the chance to win awards in various categories, including the top overall male and female winners. Registration fees are affordable, with pre-registration options available until October 1st. Plus, there are special discounts for Paulding County educators! Join us for this fantastic opportunity to support local education while enjoying a delightful day outdoors. Don’t miss out on this chance to make a positive impact in your community—mark your calendars and prepare for a memorable Halloween-themed hustle!
Organiser's Description
MAKE PLANS TO JOIN US FOR THE 2ND. ANNUAL RUNNING OF THE 5K HALLOWEEN HUSTLE OR 2M HEALTH WALK TO BENEFIT THE PAULDING EDUCATION FOUNDATION (HTTPS://PAULDINGEDUCATIONFOUNDATION.COM/ )
Saturday morning October 17th, 2026 9:00 AM Race Time! Racers will enjoy this beautiful race route throughout Mulberry Rock Parks gently rolling hills, paved paths, and even a few gravel tracks The Paulding Education Foundation strives to create expanded learning opportunities for our students and provide our teachers with the resources and connections they need to provide the best opportunities for our students by:
Promoting an opportunity for the community to contribute to public education Promoting innovative instruction through grants to our teachers and schools, and Establishing networks and high return on investment opportunities among public, private and government partners for the benefit of public education in Paulding County. But we need your support to make it happen! So come join us for this AMAZING 5K in support of the Paulding Education Foundation! All participants will receive a long-sleeve race T-shirt!
RACE REGISTRATION FEES:
$30 5K Before Sept 30th. (pre-registration)
$35 5K After Oct 1st (pre-registration)
$25 2 Mile Health Walk (pre-registration)
$25 Student/Teacher Discount (pre-registration only)
$40 5K Race Day Registration Fee / $30 2 Mile Health Walk Race Day Registration Fee
DISCOUNTS FOR PAULDING COUNTY EDUCATORS ARE AVAILABLE!!! If you are an Educator in the Paulding Co. School System, you are eligible for a discount code. Please contact Brenda Morehouse with the Paulding Education Foundation directly: morehouse.brenda@gmail.com
5K START-FINISH & RACE DAY PARKING:
*Both the Start & Finish Lines are located within Mulberry Rock Park located at 1849 Mulberry Rock Road, Dallas, GA 30157. And there is plenty of parking inside the park, so dont sweat that!
RACE DAY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
*7:45 AM Race Day Registration Opens
*8:45 AM Race Day Registration Closes
*8:55 AM Race Announcements
*9:00 AM 5K Race Start
*9:05 AM 2M Health Walk Start
*10:15 AM Awards Presentation
PRE-REGISTRATION PACKET PICK UP:
*Pre-Registration Packet Pick up will be held Friday, February October 16th from 10 AM 5:00 PM at the Paulding Board of Education, located at 3236 Atlanta Hwy, Dallas GA.
5K AWARDS:
Awards will be given to the following:
*Top 3 Overall Male and Top 3 Overall Female Winners
*Top Masters Male and Top Masters Female Winners
*Top 3 Male & Female in the following Age Categories: 10-Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & Over
Please Note: There are no awards given for the 2M Health Walk Its just for fun in support of the Paulding Education Foundation! (and its healthy too!!)
THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT as no refunds are provided in the event of inclement weather (proceeds go to an amazing charitable cause in support of the education of the youth in our community!)
Saturday morning October 17th, 2026 9:00 AM Race Time! Racers will enjoy this beautiful race route throughout Mulberry Rock Parks gently rolling hills, paved paths, and even a few gravel tracks The Paulding Education Foundation strives to create expanded learning opportunities for our students and provide our teachers with the resources and connections they need to provide the best opportunities for our students by:
Promoting an opportunity for the community to contribute to public education Promoting innovative instruction through grants to our teachers and schools, and Establishing networks and high return on investment opportunities among public, private and government partners for the benefit of public education in Paulding County. But we need your support to make it happen! So come join us for this AMAZING 5K in support of the Paulding Education Foundation! All participants will receive a long-sleeve race T-shirt!
RACE REGISTRATION FEES:
$30 5K Before Sept 30th. (pre-registration)
$35 5K After Oct 1st (pre-registration)
$25 2 Mile Health Walk (pre-registration)
$25 Student/Teacher Discount (pre-registration only)
$40 5K Race Day Registration Fee / $30 2 Mile Health Walk Race Day Registration Fee
DISCOUNTS FOR PAULDING COUNTY EDUCATORS ARE AVAILABLE!!! If you are an Educator in the Paulding Co. School System, you are eligible for a discount code. Please contact Brenda Morehouse with the Paulding Education Foundation directly: morehouse.brenda@gmail.com
5K START-FINISH & RACE DAY PARKING:
*Both the Start & Finish Lines are located within Mulberry Rock Park located at 1849 Mulberry Rock Road, Dallas, GA 30157. And there is plenty of parking inside the park, so dont sweat that!
RACE DAY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
*7:45 AM Race Day Registration Opens
*8:45 AM Race Day Registration Closes
*8:55 AM Race Announcements
*9:00 AM 5K Race Start
*9:05 AM 2M Health Walk Start
*10:15 AM Awards Presentation
PRE-REGISTRATION PACKET PICK UP:
*Pre-Registration Packet Pick up will be held Friday, February October 16th from 10 AM 5:00 PM at the Paulding Board of Education, located at 3236 Atlanta Hwy, Dallas GA.
5K AWARDS:
Awards will be given to the following:
*Top 3 Overall Male and Top 3 Overall Female Winners
*Top Masters Male and Top Masters Female Winners
*Top 3 Male & Female in the following Age Categories: 10-Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & Over
Please Note: There are no awards given for the 2M Health Walk Its just for fun in support of the Paulding Education Foundation! (and its healthy too!!)
THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT as no refunds are provided in the event of inclement weather (proceeds go to an amazing charitable cause in support of the education of the youth in our community!)
Races
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5K Halloween Hustle
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 17th October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
CLOSED -
2M Health Walk
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 17th October 2026 (9:05AM EDT)
CLOSED
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