Lace up those sneaks for two good causes in Smyrna with next Saturday’s Spooktacular Chase and the Spartan Sprint 5K Road Race two weeks later.
Chase Seymour the Spooktacular Chase's owl mascot through the streets of Smyrna, Saturday, Oct. 22 in this 5K Peachtree Qualifier. Proceeds for the fundraiser, formerly known as Race to See, benefit Vision Rehabilitation Services of Georgia, a Cobb County non-profit that provides service to North Georgia’s blind and low vision residents.
The 5K and 1K Fun Run both begin at 8 a.m. at Cobb Park across the street from . The fastest runners in each age group will receive a spooky owl bobblehead trophy. Participants are encouraged to dress in costume.
The registration fee for both events is $25 and can be paid online. The deadline to register is Thursday, Oct. 20 at 8 a.m.
Show some Spartan spirit Saturday, Nov. 5 at the Second Annual Spartan Sprint 5K Road Race. This race, also a Peachtree Qualifier, begins at 8 a.m. at the football stadium and also features a kids’ Fun Run. All participants in the Fun Run receive a ribbon. Registration forms can be completed online. The fee is $25 before Thursday, Nov. 3. Registration the day of the race is $30. Proceeds from the Sprint benefit Campbell High School athletics.