Run in Putnam 2026 — Eatonton, GA

Date
October 31, 2026
Location
Eatonton, GA
Venue
113 E Marion St
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$20.00 – $40.00
Events
5K, Fun Run
Includes
T-Shirt | Halloween Plushie
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Run in Putnam takes place on October 31, 2026, in Eatonton, Georgia, starting at 8:00 AM from 113 E Marion Street. The event offers two distances: a 1-mile option and a 5K. Entry fees range from $20 to $40 depending on registration timing and category. This Halloween-weekend race provides straightforward distance choices for runners of varying experience levels who want a local running event in the central Georgia area.

From the Race Organizer
RIP: Run in Putnam is Putnam County's spookiest 5K through the hauntingly beautiful streets of historic downtown Eatonton, Georgia.Dress up, show up, and run or walk your way through 3.1 miles of tree-lined streets, historic architecture, and enough Halloween spirit to raise the dead. Along the way, you'll pass legendary haunted locations, and perhaps the ghosts themselves. After you cross the finish line, the real party begins. Join us at City Center Stage for a free afterparty, including an awards ceremony, local vendors, and our legendary Costume Contest, where the most creative, scariest, and downright funniest costumes take home bragging rights and prizes. What's included: RFID-timed 5K race through historic downtown Eatonton Up-close encounters with Eatonton's most famous resident ghosts Age group and overall awards Costume contest with prizes Post-race after-party with local food and beverage vendors A whole lot of Halloween spirit Whether you PR or come in dead last, RIP: Run in Putnam is the kind of race that keeps you coming back from the grave every year.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Run in Putnam 2026 — Eatonton, GA?

Run in Putnam 2026 — Eatonton, GA takes place on October 31, 2026. The race is held in Eatonton, Georgia.

Where is Run in Putnam 2026 — Eatonton, GA held?

Run in Putnam 2026 — Eatonton, GA is held at 113 E Marion St in Eatonton, Georgia.

Where can I find hotels near Run in Putnam 2026 — Eatonton, GA?

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