Halloween Hustle 8K
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Halloween Hustle 5K | 8K | Fun Run
The Halloween Hustle takes place on Saturday October 24, 2026 at Lake St Clair Metropark. The event is hosted from the Thomas Welch Activity Center with a start and finish located just outside the building.
Distances in the event include:
- Approximately 0.5 mile (about 1K) fun run for young and old
- 5K run/walk
- 8K run
- Virtual 5K with packet mailing included
- Virtual 8K with packet mailing included
Registration fees listed by the organizer are $25 for the fun run, $35 for the 5K and 8K, and $40 for each virtual distance. Early packet pickup is scheduled for Thursday October 22 at Hanson's Running Shop, 8409 Hall Rd, and onsite packet pickup is available at the Thomas Welch Activity Center on race day.
All participants receive a new design fully sublimated long sleeve tech shirt while supplies last, a glow in the dark finisher medal, chip timing, event photos, and after-race refreshments. Awards are presented to top male and female finishers in each age group: 0-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, and 80+.
The event includes a costume contest with categories for Most Creative (two divisions), Best Crazy Hair, and Best Group. Friendly dogs and strollers are welcome. The charity partner is Maggie's Wigs 4 Kids. Family or groups of four or more receive a $5 discount per registrant. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
