Irchester Spooktacular

OCT
30
2026
Run through the dark woods of Irchester Country Park in this Halloween-themed night event. Choose between a spooky 5k or a family-friendly 2k Fun Run, with fancy dress encouraged. All finishers get a medal and treats, with free photos included.
5 kilometers

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Event Overview

The Irchester Spooktacular is a Halloween-themed night-time run in Irchester Country Park. The event features a 5k run and a 2k Family Fun Run on woodland trails and tracks. Fancy dress is encouraged for participants.

Distances

  • 5k run.
  • 2k Family Fun Run.

Event Details

The routes are on established woodland trails within Irchester Country Park and will be fully marked and marshaled. The surface is mostly hard-packed track, suitable for road or trail shoes. As it is a night run, participants need to bring a head torch or small handheld torch. Registration and number collection take place on the Royal Meadow at Irchester Country Park. Both runs start on the Royal Meadow and finish on the Little Meadow. Parking is available at the country park, but parking fees apply. Professional first aid will be available at the start and finish.

Entry Information

Online entry is priced at £20 for the 5k and £12 for the 2k Fun Run. The minimum age on race day is 11 years old for the 5k and 4 years old for the 2k. Children under 11 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Entries close 7 days before the event.

Inclusions & Awards

All finishers receive an event medal and a bag of Halloween-themed chocolates. Free digital event photos are included with entry. Prizes are awarded to the top 3 male and female finishers in the 5k. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
2k Family Fun Run