The Piedmont–Cartersville Breast Cancer Boo Run 5K starts at 9:00 AM on October 31st, so plan your arrival in Cartersville with that early kickoff in mind. The race takes place at 137 Hamilton Crossing Road NW and offers both a 1-mile and 5K distance, giving you options depending on your fitness level or race goals that day. Entry fees range from $25 to $30. This Halloween-timed event supports breast cancer awareness, so you'll be running for a cause while getting your endurance work in. Book accommodations within easy driving distance of the venue to make your race morning logistics straightforward.
From the Race Organizer
Register Today! Please join Piedmont Cartersville for our first annual “Breast Cancer Boo Run 5K and 1M "Wellness Walk”! Saturday morning, October 31, 2026. Race Start Time: is 9 a.m. at Hamilton Crossing Park - Cartersville, GA! Breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women in the U.S. and early detection is critical. During breast cancer awareness month, we urge women age 40 or over and of average risk (age 30 if at higher risk) to schedule mammograms and clinical breast exams, as well as perform breast self-exams regularly. Please make plans to join us and wear your most creative Halloween running costume while you enjoy a wonderful, fast, flat (and new!) race route in Cartersville / Bartow County's Own Hamilton Crossing Park! So make plans today to race, run, or walk with us to celebrate breast cancer survivors and support those who are currently fighting! Net proceeds will benefit breast cancer patients at Piedmont Oncology – Cartersville. Race Registration: 5K: $30 Pre-Race Registration Fee (runs until 11:59 PM, Sunday evening, October 25). You must register by this date to guarantee your T-shirt size and lock in at the reduced rate! $40 Race Day Registration Rate. 1M "Wellness Walk": $25 Pre-Race Registration Fee (runs until 11:59 PM, Sunday evening, October 25). You must register by this date to guarantee your T-shirt size and lock in at the reduced rate! $35 Race Day Registration Rate. Race Day Schedule of Events: 8:00 AM: Race Day Registration Opens 8:55 AM: Pre-Race Announcements 9:00 AM: 5K Start Time 9:10 AM: 1 Mile Wellness Walk 10:15 AM 5K Awards Pre-Registration Packet Pick-Up: For those pre-registered, Packet Pick up will be held Friday, October 30 from 12 - 4 pm in the main lobby of The Hope Center at Piedmont Cartersville located at 100 Market Place Blvd. Cartersville, GA 30121. Avoid the Lines as participants may pick up their official “Boo Gear” (Boo Bib, Boo Shirt, Boo Bag) the Friday before Race Day! This helps to make race day morning easy, not scary! Race Day Parking: There is plenty of free race day parking in Hamilton Crossing Park..... So don't sweat that! 5K Awards: 5K Awards will be given to the following: Top 3 Overall Male and Top 3 Overall Female Winners Top Master Male and Top Master Female Winners Top 3 Male & Top 3 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 for the 1M Wellness Walk - It's just for a Good Time and Great Health!!! We DO hope you will join us and please note, this is a Rain-or-Shine event!
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When is Piedmont – Cartersville Breast Cancer Boo Run 5K 2026 — Cartersville, GA?
Piedmont – Cartersville Breast Cancer Boo Run 5K 2026 — Cartersville, GA takes place on October 31, 2026. The race is held in Cartersville, Georgia.
Where is Piedmont – Cartersville Breast Cancer Boo Run 5K 2026 — Cartersville, GA held?
Piedmont – Cartersville Breast Cancer Boo Run 5K 2026 — Cartersville, GA is held at 137 Hamilton Crossing Road NW in Cartersville, Georgia.
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