10th Annual Frightful 5K and Pumpkin 1K
- Date Sun 25th October 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Troy, Michigan
- Price $17.40 - $38.60
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1km
Event summary
Get ready for a spooktacular day of fun and fitness at the 10th Annual Frightful 5K and Pumpkin 1K on Sunday, October 25, 2026, in Troy, Oakland! This exciting event will take place at the Troy Community Center, located at 3179 Livernois Rd. The USATF certified 5K course will wind through the scenic streets of Troy, starting and finishing at the community center, with a route that includes Big Beaver Rd. and the Civic Center Campus.
Participants are encouraged to unleash their creativity with spooky, funny, and imaginative costumes as they take part in either the Frightful 5K starting at 8:30 am or the Pumpkin 1K, which kicks off with separate heats beginning at 9:30 am. The Frightful 5K offers a fantastic experience with age-appropriate results, a commemorative t-shirt, and a finisher's medal for all participants. With early bird pricing available until October 11, now is the perfect time to register and secure your spot for a thrilling day of community spirit and festive fun! Don't miss out on this chance to enjoy a memorable event that promises to be a highlight of your
Participants are encouraged to unleash their creativity with spooky, funny, and imaginative costumes as they take part in either the Frightful 5K starting at 8:30 am or the Pumpkin 1K, which kicks off with separate heats beginning at 9:30 am. The Frightful 5K offers a fantastic experience with age-appropriate results, a commemorative t-shirt, and a finisher's medal for all participants. With early bird pricing available until October 11, now is the perfect time to register and secure your spot for a thrilling day of community spirit and festive fun! Don't miss out on this chance to enjoy a memorable event that promises to be a highlight of your
Organiser's Description
Join us Sunday, October 25, 2026 for the 10th Annual Frightful 5K & Pumpkin 1K presented by the City of Troy! The USATF certified course will start and finish at the Troy Community Center located at 3179 Livernois Rd., Troy, Michigan.
Race route runs onto Big Beaver Rd. and onto Civic Center Campus before ending back at Troy Community Center. Spooky, creative, and funny costumes encouraged. Age appropriate results, t-shirt, and finishers medal included. _SHIRT SIZES NOT GUARANTEED. _
Start Times
* Frightful 5K: 8:30 am*
* Pumpkin 1K: Separate heats begin at 9:30 am
_*NO LATE STARTS PERMITTED DUE TO SCHEDULED ROAD CLOSURE_
5K PRICING
* August 3 through October 11: $35
* Oct. 12 - 24: $45
* Race Day: $55
1K Pricing
* August 3 - October 24: $15
* Race Day: $25
1K SAFE FUN: 1K will be run in separate time slots 5 minutes apart starting at 9:30 am. Each 1K time slot will be limited to 60 participants. Registrants will choose their time slot based on availability during the check out process. To lessen congestion and make for a safe and fun experience, please line up for your chosen time.
PACKET PICK UP
Packet pick up will be at the Troy Community Center front desk (south main entrance) on the dates below:
* Friday, October 23: 8 am - 5 pm
* Saturday, October 24: 8 am - 12 pm
_RACE DAY REGISTRATION AND PACKET PICK UP STARTING AT 7 AM DAY OF EVENT. WE HIGHLY ENCOURAGE PICKING UP ON FRIDAY OR SATURDAY. EXPECT A LONG WAIT AND LIMITED SHIRT SIZES ON RACE DAY. _
Race route runs onto Big Beaver Rd. and onto Civic Center Campus before ending back at Troy Community Center. Spooky, creative, and funny costumes encouraged. Age appropriate results, t-shirt, and finishers medal included. _SHIRT SIZES NOT GUARANTEED. _
Start Times
* Frightful 5K: 8:30 am*
* Pumpkin 1K: Separate heats begin at 9:30 am
_*NO LATE STARTS PERMITTED DUE TO SCHEDULED ROAD CLOSURE_
5K PRICING
* August 3 through October 11: $35
* Oct. 12 - 24: $45
* Race Day: $55
1K Pricing
* August 3 - October 24: $15
* Race Day: $25
1K SAFE FUN: 1K will be run in separate time slots 5 minutes apart starting at 9:30 am. Each 1K time slot will be limited to 60 participants. Registrants will choose their time slot based on availability during the check out process. To lessen congestion and make for a safe and fun experience, please line up for your chosen time.
PACKET PICK UP
Packet pick up will be at the Troy Community Center front desk (south main entrance) on the dates below:
* Friday, October 23: 8 am - 5 pm
* Saturday, October 24: 8 am - 12 pm
_RACE DAY REGISTRATION AND PACKET PICK UP STARTING AT 7 AM DAY OF EVENT. WE HIGHLY ENCOURAGE PICKING UP ON FRIDAY OR SATURDAY. EXPECT A LONG WAIT AND LIMITED SHIRT SIZES ON RACE DAY. _
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