Halloween Eve 5K - Vandalia
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The Copper Penny Spirits Halloween Eve 5K : Vandalia
The Copper Penny Spirits Halloween Eve 5K takes place on October 30, 2026, in Vandalia, Illinois, with start and finish at The Copper Penny (125 S 4th St). The event is organized as part of the Spirits Run Illinois Adventure Series and is set as an evening, twilight run through the center of Vandalia.
The course is described as a clean, safe 5K route that winds through the heart of the town. Participants can expect crisp fall air, porch lights and seasonal Halloween atmosphere along the route. The event mixes a local community setting with elements tied to the Halloween weekend.
Race entries include a Fayette County finisher medal designed for the county, a runner cup for a post race celebration, the Fayette County stamp for the Illinois Adventure Series, and entry into the Copper Penny post run gathering. Costumes are encouraged but not required; participants may choose to wear costumes or run in regular attire.
The description focuses on the venue, the 5K distance, the post race gathering at The Copper Penny, and items provided with registration. The presentation emphasizes the local setting in Fayette County and the event's connection to the Spirits Run Illinois Adventure Series. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
