Neighborhood House Scare Away Hunger 5K

OCT
4
2026
This event features a 5K and a 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk at Rochester Municipal Park to support the Neighborhood House Food Pantry. Participants are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes and bring a can of food. It's a community-focused event welcoming runners, walkers, and strollers.
Sun 4 Oct 2026
5 kilometers

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Event Details

The Neighborhood House Scare Away Hunger 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk takes place at Rochester Municipal Park in Rochester, Michigan. The event raises funds to help neighbors facing food insecurity and hardship.

Distances

  • 5K Run/Walk
  • 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk

Additional Information

Participants are encouraged to wear family-friendly Halloween costumes. Strollers are welcome and will be staged at the back of the pack. The event includes a spectator pancake breakfast available for purchase.

Proceeds from the event support the Neighborhood House Food Pantry. Participants are also asked to bring a can of food on race day to help stock the pantry's shelves. The event is held rain or shine, with delays or cancellations only for severe weather or lightning.

Packet pick-up is available on the Thursday and Friday before the event at the Neighborhood House Main Office in Rochester. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
5k Run/walk
1 Mile Fun Run/walk