Spooktacular Storybook 5k & 1 Mile Fun Run
- Date Sat 24th October 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Cullman, Alabama
- Price $27.50 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for a magical morning at the Spooktacular Storybook 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run on Saturday, October 24, 2026, in Cullman! This exciting event, hosted by the Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County, invites participants to step into their favorite storybooks while supporting local libraries. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or looking for a family-friendly outing, the 5K race will kick off at 8 a.m., followed by the 1-mile fun run shortly after.
Participants are encouraged to dress up as beloved book characters for a chance to win fantastic prizes. Don’t miss out on the early registration perks—sign up by September 30 to secure your race shirt! Awards will be given to the top three finishers in each age division for both male and female categories, as well as overall winners. Registration prices increase after August 15, so be sure to register early for the best deals. Join us at the Cullman County Public Library for check-in and packet pickup, and let’s make this a spooktacular day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit!
Participants are encouraged to dress up as beloved book characters for a chance to win fantastic prizes. Don’t miss out on the early registration perks—sign up by September 30 to secure your race shirt! Awards will be given to the top three finishers in each age division for both male and female categories, as well as overall winners. Registration prices increase after August 15, so be sure to register early for the best deals. Join us at the Cullman County Public Library for check-in and packet pickup, and let’s make this a spooktacular day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
Step into a storybook to support local libraries!
The Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County are hosting their annual Spooktacular Storybook 5K and 1-mile Fun Run.
Dress up as your favorite book character for a chance to win prizes.
All registrants before September 30 will receive a race shirt!
There will be awards for the top three in each age division for M and F, as well as the top three M and F overall!
The 5K race begins at 8 a.m. and the 1-mile run will start right after!
Registration prices go up after August 15 and again after September 30. You may register in-person for both races between 6:30-7:45 am on race day. The last day to register with a guaranteed t-shirt will be September 30, so get in early!
Check-in and packet pickup will be located at Cullman County Public Library at 200 Clark St NE, Cullman, AL 35055. EARLY RACE PACKET PICKUP WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE CULLMAN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY ON OCTOBER 23, FROM 4:30P.M. TO 6 P.M. Race-day check-in and packet pickup owill occur from 6:30 AM TO 7:45 AM ON OCTOBER 24TH.
While we love our furry friends, we do ask that you keep your pets at home or to greet you at the start/finish line. For liability reasons, we cannot allow them to run the race.
Follow our Facebook Page [https://www.facebook.com/share/1Enft4a2Cj/?mibextid=wwXIfr] to stay up to date!
IF YOU'D LIKE TO DONATE WITHOUT SIGNING UP FOR THE RACE, please feel free to donate here! [https://givebutter.com/spooktacular-storybook-sprint-5k-2026] (NOTE: Donating at the GiveButter website WILL NOT grant you an entry into the race.
The Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County are hosting their annual Spooktacular Storybook 5K and 1-mile Fun Run.
Dress up as your favorite book character for a chance to win prizes.
All registrants before September 30 will receive a race shirt!
There will be awards for the top three in each age division for M and F, as well as the top three M and F overall!
The 5K race begins at 8 a.m. and the 1-mile run will start right after!
Registration prices go up after August 15 and again after September 30. You may register in-person for both races between 6:30-7:45 am on race day. The last day to register with a guaranteed t-shirt will be September 30, so get in early!
Check-in and packet pickup will be located at Cullman County Public Library at 200 Clark St NE, Cullman, AL 35055. EARLY RACE PACKET PICKUP WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE CULLMAN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY ON OCTOBER 23, FROM 4:30P.M. TO 6 P.M. Race-day check-in and packet pickup owill occur from 6:30 AM TO 7:45 AM ON OCTOBER 24TH.
While we love our furry friends, we do ask that you keep your pets at home or to greet you at the start/finish line. For liability reasons, we cannot allow them to run the race.
Follow our Facebook Page [https://www.facebook.com/share/1Enft4a2Cj/?mibextid=wwXIfr] to stay up to date!
IF YOU'D LIKE TO DONATE WITHOUT SIGNING UP FOR THE RACE, please feel free to donate here! [https://givebutter.com/spooktacular-storybook-sprint-5k-2026] (NOTE: Donating at the GiveButter website WILL NOT grant you an entry into the race.
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