Bolingbrook Howl-O-Ween 5K
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About the race
The Bolingbrook Howl-O-Ween 5K is a Halloween-themed 5K run or walk at Remington Lakes Sports Complex in Bolingbrook, Illinois. Participants may run or walk with or without a dog. Registration includes a Howl-O-Ween 5K sweatshirt, a participation medal, and a race bib; registrations after September 26 are not guaranteed a sweatshirt or requested size.
Registration opens January 1, 2027. Pre-registration before September 26, 2027 costs $35. Regular registration from September 27 through October 17, 2027 costs $40. Online registration is available until 8:00am on October 17, 2027. Pre-registered participants can pick up race packets on October 15, 2027 between 4:00 and 7:00pm at the Bolingbrook Recreation and Aquatic Complex (200 Lindsey Lane), Multipurpose Room.
Awards will be given to the overall top male and female finishers. First, second, and third place male and female finishers will receive awards in these age groups: 14 and under, 15–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–65, and 66 and older. A special award will be presented to the Top Dog, defined as the first dog to finish the race who is not in a carrier or stroller. A costume contest for two-legged and four-legged teams is scheduled after the awards.
If a dog participates, handlers are responsible for the dog, dogs must be leashed at all times with leashes no longer than eight feet, dogs with known aggressive behavior are not permitted, and handlers must pick up and dispose of dog waste. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
