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
Event summary
Join us for the Spooktacular Storybook 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run on Saturday, October 24, 2026, in the charming town of Cullman! This exciting event, hosted by the Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County, invites participants to step into a whimsical storybook world while supporting local libraries. Runners are encouraged to dress up as their favorite book characters for a chance to win fabulous prizes!
The 5K race kicks off at 8 a.m., followed by the 1-mile Fun Run at 8:45 a.m. Don't miss the chance to secure your race shirt by registering before September 30. Awards will be given to the top three finishers in each age division for both men and women, as well as the top overall male and female runners. Early packet pickup will be available on October 23 at the Cullman County Public Library, with race day check-in starting at 6:30 a.m. on October 24. Get ready for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit! Remember to keep your furry friends at home, and follow our Facebook page for the latest updates. Come race with us and help support a great cause!
The 5K race kicks off at 8 a.m., followed by the 1-mile Fun Run at 8:45 a.m. Don't miss the chance to secure your race shirt by registering before September 30. Awards will be given to the top three finishers in each age division for both men and women, as well as the top overall male and female runners. Early packet pickup will be available on October 23 at the Cullman County Public Library, with race day check-in starting at 6:30 a.m. on October 24. Get ready for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit! Remember to keep your furry friends at home, and follow our Facebook page for the latest updates. Come race with us and help support a great cause!
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 at 8:45!
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 4:30 PM TO 6 PM Race-day check-in and packet pickup FOR THE 5K WILL OCCUR FROM 6:30 AM TO 7:45 AM ON OCTOBER 24TH. 1 MILE CHECK-IN WILL GO TO 8:30 AM.
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 at 8:45!
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 4:30 PM TO 6 PM Race-day check-in and packet pickup FOR THE 5K WILL OCCUR FROM 6:30 AM TO 7:45 AM ON OCTOBER 24TH. 1 MILE CHECK-IN WILL GO TO 8:30 AM.
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.
Races
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Storybook 5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sat 24th October 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$38.10
CLOSED -
1 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 24th October 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$27.50
CLOSED
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