HALLOWEEN HUSTLE 5K | 8K | FUN RUN 2026

The Halloween Hustle starts and finishes outside the Thomas Welch Activity Center in Lake St Clair Metropark, Harrison Township, Michigan. This Halloween-themed race morning offers a 5K, an 8K, and a half-mile Fun Run, along with virtual 5K and 8K options for remote participation. The Fun Run begins first, followed by the 5K and 8K, allowing families to enjoy a full morning without having to choose between the short, kid-friendly distance and the longer races. Walkers are also included, and the logistics are practical: packet pickup is available before race day at Hanson's Running Shop, with race-morning registration and pickup at the park. The event embraces the holiday theme while retaining standard race components. A costume contest, featuring categories like Most Creative, Best Crazy Hair, and Best Group, takes place before the Fun Run, with winners announced prior to the races. Dogs and strollers are permitted, indicating the event's focus on families, groups of friends, walkers, children, and runners seeking chip timing and age-group awards. All participants will receive a long-sleeve tech shirt and a glow-in-the-dark finisher medal, with photos and post-race refreshments provided. Awards are presented to the top male and female runners in age groups from 0-12 to 80+, and the charity partner is Maggie's Wigs for Kids.