Cats & Bats Haunted 5K
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Cats & Bats Haunted 5K : Festival Park, Aberdeen, MD on October 31, 2026
The event takes place at Festival Park in Aberdeen, Maryland on October 31, 2026. It offers an in-person group 5K with chip timing, an untimed 1-mile fun run, and a virtual 5K option for remote participants.
- 3.11 Miles
- 1 Mile
Registration opens January 1, 2026. Early pricing for in-person events applies through September 30, 2026; prices increase October 1. The live 5K early fee is $30 and includes chip timing, a shirt, a finisher medal, post-race food and drinks, and awards. The one-mile fun run early fee is $25 and includes a shirt and medal. The virtual 5K fee is $35 and includes mailed race bib, shirt, and medal; virtual registration remains available through October 31, 2026. A mailing option is available for an additional $8.00. Register by October 15 to improve the chance of receiving a preferred shirt size; sizes cannot be guaranteed after that date.
Due to construction, the in-person 5K route will be modified and an updated course will be provided to participants prior to the event. Packet pickup will be available on race morning under the pavilion; details for early pickup will be announced. The start line will close 15 minutes after the official start per permitting restrictions. Awards will be presented to the top three male and female overall finishers and to age-group winners in standard age bands. The event benefits The National PTSD Foundation, a 501(c)(3). This is a rain or shine event; ticket sales are final and no refunds are offered. The race is managed and professionally timed by Blue Cheetah Sports Timing, LLC. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
