Witch City 5K

OCT
3
2026
Run through the haunted streets of Salem for a cause. This 5K at Salem Willows Park supports the YMCA's community programs and features costume prizes and awards for all ages. The course is stroller and dog friendly.
Sat 3 Oct 2026
5 kilometers

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About the Event

The Witch City 5K is a road race taking place at Salem Willows Park on Fort Avenue in Salem, Massachusetts, USA.

Race Course and Details

The event features a single 5K distance. The course is described as stroller and dog friendly, with the note that only well-behaved dogs are welcome.

Registration and Fees

Standard registration fees are listed. The categories include 5K Adult, 5K Child (for participants 13 and under), and a Wheelchair division. Event shirts are available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last and must be picked up by the start of the race.

Awards and Recognition

Results are posted at the finish line and emailed post-race. Awards include medals for the overall male and female winners. Age group medals are awarded to the top three male and female finishers in categories from 13 & under to 70+. There are also medals for the top three non-binary and top three wheelchair finishers. Special prizes are given for the first-place male and female local residents and for the best costumes.

Beneficiary and Fundraising

The event supports the Salem YMCA, which provides financial assistance and scholarships for community programs. Participants can engage in fundraising with designated recognition levels. Race day packet pick-up begins at 7:00 AM at Dead Horse Beach within the Salem Willows. Free parking is available in the main lot at the Willows and along Fort Avenue. Timing is provided by Bay State Race Services. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km