Mableton Pumpkin Chase

Get ready to chase pumpkins and make memories at the 2nd Annual Mableton Pumpkin Chase 5K — a festive, family-friendly Halloween-themed race hosted by It Starts With Me 2! Whether you run, walk, or roll, this event is all about community, fitness, and fun.

👻 What to Expect:

A scenic course through the heart of Mableton
Finisher medals, event shirts, and of course… candy! 🍬
Costume fun! Come dressed in your favorite Halloween attire — prizes will be awarded for creativity!
Music, entertainment, and family activities at the finish line
Appearances from community favorites, superheroes, and maybe a few spooky surprises 👀

🎃 Stay for the Fun!
After you cross the finish line, the celebration continues! Stick around for family-friendly activities for all ages, including:

🎈 Bounce house fun for the kids
🚜 Hay rides around the amphitheatre grounds
🎃 Pumpkin smash zone
💃 Dance performances and live music
🍭 Games, vendors, and more surprises throughout the morning!

🏆 Awards:

Overall Male & Female
1st Place in each age group

🎽 Packet Pickup:
Details will be announced closer to race day, but you can expect local pickup at our partner running store with exclusive in-store perks and discounts!

💜 Why We Run:
The Mableton Pumpkin Chase 5K supports It Starts With Me 2, a local nonprofit promoting health, fitness, and community engagement in underserved areas. We’re changing the outlook for family and fun, one stride at a time.

🎉 Join the Fun:
Grab your family, friends, and coworkers and register today for a spooktacular time! Early registration guarantees your shirt and medal — and your spot in one of Mableton’s most exciting annual traditions!

👉 Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @ItStartsWithMe2 for event updates, sneak peeks, and special offers.

Plenty of FREE Parking close to the start/finish line! A parking attendant will be available to assist you, so no need to stress—just park, lace up, and get ready for a wickedly fun race!

🎃All participants will receive a race t-shirt and a finisher medal to celebrate their wickedly fun run!
🏆 Male/Female overall winners will receive special awards, so bring your A-game and see if you can snag a prize!

Categories: 

14 and under (1st Place)
15-19 (1st Place)
20-29 (1st Place)
30-39 (1st Place)
40-49 (1st Place)
50-59 (1st Place)
60-69 (1st Place)
70 and over (1st Place)

There will also be an award for the BEST DRESSED costume! 

Calling all local businesses! Get into the Halloween spirit and showcase your creativity in our Pumpkin Decorating Contest at the Mableton Pumpkin Chase!

🏆 How It Works:

• Each participating business will decorate a pumpkin in their most creative, spooky, or fun design.
• Pumpkins will be displayed at the race for all participants and spectators to admire.
• Runners will vote for their favorite pumpkin, and the business with the most votes will be crowned the Pumpkin Decorating Champion!

📍 Voting Takes Place: During the Mableton Pumpkin Chase
🎉 Winner Announced: After the race!

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Get ready for a spooky, magical, and festive 3.1-mile adventure through the Mableton neighborhood! This isn’t just any race—it’s a journey through all things Halloween! The start and finish line will be in the amphitheatre parking lot.

👻 What to Expect on the Course:
🎃 Pumpkins, pumpkins, and more pumpkins! Keep your eyes peeled for creatively decorated pumpkins along the way.
👹 Monsters may be lurking... Don’t be surprised if you run into some friendly (or not-so-friendly) creatures!
🧚 A Fairyland awaits! Will you be enchanted or bewitched? Only one way to find out!
🕷️ Spooky surprises around every turn—this course is packed with Halloween fun!

Whether you run, walk, or creep your way to the finish line, this is a race like no other! So lace up, embrace the Halloween spirit, and get ready for a 5K full of thrills, chills, and plenty of sweet rewards at the finish! 🍬👟🎃

One water station will be along the course at the 1.5-mile marker. 

We’re inviting vendors and sponsors to join the Mableton Pumpkin Chase—a spooktacular event filled with runners, families, and Halloween fun!

👻 Why Participate?
✔️ Gain brand exposure to a diverse audience.
✔️ Engage with the community in a fun, festive atmosphere.
✔️ Promote your business, products, or services at one of the most exciting local events of the season.
✔️ Support a fantastic event that brings people together for fitness and fun!

🎪 Vendor Opportunities:
Set up a booth to sell products, provide giveaways, or showcase your services to hundreds of participants and spectators!

🎃 Sponsorship Packages:
We offer a variety of sponsorship levels, including logo placement on race shirts, event signage, and social media shout-outs—perfect for getting your business in front of the crowd!

📅 Event Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
📍 Location: Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre (outside parking lot)

Be a part of this fang-tastic event and connect with the community in a fun, meaningful way!

📩 Interested? Contact us at info@itstartswithme2.org to reserve your spot!