Road running

Run for the Boolies

📅 October 2, 2027 (estimated date)📍 Lakeland · United States

⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information

The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (October 3, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.

Available distances

3.1 mi

About

Run for the Boolies is a Halloween-themed night event in Lakeland, Florida, featuring a 5K (3.1-mile) run, walk or jog on October 2, 2027, starting at 6:00 p.m. It benefits the Polk County Bully Project, a nonprofit rescue organization.

Friendly, leashed dogs are welcome, and there is a free dog costume contest. Proceeds go toward rescuing and caring for bully breeds and at-risk dogs in Polk County shelters.

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