Jack O'lantern Fall Classic
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Jack O'Lantern Fall Classic : 29th Annual
The event on October 17, 2026 returns to Goat Island in Niagara Falls, NY following recent park improvements. The program includes a timed 5K road race on a certified course and a short recreational walk that covers about 1.5 miles (the walk route is 1.55 miles on the trolley path around Goat Island). Costumes are encouraged.
Registration is offered online through race day. Runners who register before October 2, 2026 receive a long sleeve race shirt; a limited number of extra shirts will be available later on a first-come, first-served basis. There is an early packet pickup location at 800 Main Street, second floor, Niagara Falls, NY; curbside pickup is available. Race day packet pickup is at a large tent in the parking lot on the east side of Goat Island opposite the falls. Participants are asked to use the main parking lot at the east end of Goat Island near 3 Sisters.
Post-race food, snacks, and the awards ceremony are provided by Delaware North Services. Professional electronic RFID timing will be used and real-time results, finish line photos, and downloadable finisher certificates will be available online. Prize money totaling $1,250 is allocated to the top five male and top five female 5K finishers. All participants receive custom finisher medals and age group awards will be given for standard age brackets. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
