Cats & Bats Haunted 5K 2026

The Cats & Bats Haunted 5K begins at Festival Park in Aberdeen, Maryland, at 8:00 a.m. on Halloween morning. Participants can choose between a USATF-certified 5K run/walk, a 1-mile untimed fun run for a shorter option, or a virtual 5K for those unable to attend in person. The race embraces its Halloween theme, using #HalloweeninAberdeen and attracting participants seeking a casual holiday run over a traditional road race. Now in its 12th year, packet pickup is available under the pavilion starting at 6:30 a.m. The process is straightforward: arrive at the park, collect your bib, and proceed to the certified 5K course.