Albany's Trick or Trot Pumpkin Run 5K
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Albany's Trick or Trot Pumpkin Run 5K
The City of Albany presents a Halloween-themed 5K through Washington Park. The course is decorated for the season and is open to runners and walkers, with costumes encouraged. Chip timing is provided by ARE Event Productions. All registered runners receive a wicking fabric shirt.
Results are posted after the race and there is an awards recognition at the finish area in Washington Park. Awards include 1st place Male, Female and Non-Binary, and top three male and female finishers in these age divisions: 15 and under; 16-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70+. A costume contest for registered participants includes categories for Best Adult, Best Duo, Best Original and Best Kids.
Off-street parking is available a short walk from Washington Park at ParkAlbany lots 2, 3 and 4 (addresses provided by the organizer). Parking at these locations is subject to fees.
Special ground rules apply: no alcoholic beverages, no glass containers, and no animals or pets except ADA-defined service animals. Entry fees are final and non-refundable. The organizers reserve the right to cancel the event if weather makes the running surface hazardous, and they are not responsible for lost bibs. Strollers are welcome but runners with strollers are encouraged to start toward the back.
Sponsors named for the event include KeyBank, ParkAlbany, CDTA, NYSTEC, Renewal by Andersen, and St. Peter's Health Partners among others. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
