Running Scared 13K - Lakeland
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Running Scared 5K/13K - Lakeland
Running Scared is a Halloween themed race day on 10/09/2027 at Thomas B. Mack Park, 18 Lake Hollingsworth Dr, Lakeland, Florida. The event includes in-person and virtual options and features music, Halloween goodies, participant shirts, and finisher medals.
Registration for the events opens 10/14/2026 and closes 10/17/2026. Registration fees vary by event and option, listed between $25.00 and $45.00.
Distances and options
- 5K Scaredy Cat in-person and virtual options
- 13K Heart Pounding in-person and virtual options
- 18K Deadly Double in-person and virtual options
- 5K No Shirt and 13K No Shirt in-person entries
The Deadly Double in-person entry covers 18K total by running the 5K and then the 13K; participants must return within 30 minutes between races to qualify for the Deadly Double finisher recognition. Virtual participants can run where and when they choose, submit a time, and receive mailed race swag.
Awards and recognition include finisher medals, participant shirts, and awards to the top finishers: top 3 Overall male and female, top 3 Masters male and female, top 3 Grand Master male and female, top 3 Senior Master male and female, and top 3 in each regular five-year age group. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
