4th Annual Evansville Zombie 5K Run/Walk

  • Date Sun 19th October 2025
  • Time 2:00PM EST
  • Location Evansville, Indiana
  • Price Free - $20.00
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready to embrace the thrill of the undead at the 4th Annual Evansville Zombie 5K Run/Walk, taking place on Sunday, October 19, 2025, in the heart of Evansville, Vanderburgh! This exhilarating event kicks off at 3 PM with registration at Wesselman Park and will have participants racing through a zombie-infested course that leads to the Red Cross headquarters. Runners will need to summon their survival instincts as they dodge the relentless zombies trying to tag them with fake blood. With race time set for 4 PM and an exciting Halloween After Party starting at 4:45 PM, this event promises a day filled with fun, excitement, and a dash of spooky adrenaline!

Not only is this event a thrilling challenge, but it also supports a great cause! Proceeds will benefit Martial Hearts, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing financial assistance for youth martial arts training and self-defense classes. Participants will enjoy a variety of perks including a race shirt, water stations, post-race snacks, and access to the Wesselman Woods Halloween party. So, gather your friends, wear your most comfortable clothes (and be ready to get messy), and join us for a day of unforgettable excitement that combines

Organiser's Description

ZOMBIES HAVE TAKEN OVER EVANSVILLE! Join the 4th annual Evansville Zombie 5k Run & Walk hosted by Martial Hearts.

Date: Oct 19th

* 3pm Registration
* 4pm Race Starts
* 4:45pm Halloween After Party
* Starting Point: Wesselman Park
* Destination: Red Cross
* Route: Wesselman Park Red Cross Wesselman Park

Are you ready for the most exhilarating, heart-pounding, and adrenaline-fueled event of the year? Brace yourself for "Survive the Zombie Apocalypse, an unforgettable experience that combines running, survival skills, and a dash of fear to support a great cause!

THE MISSION:
The world is on the brink of chaos, and the only hope lies within the Red Cross headquarters. Embark on a daring journey through a park infested with zombies. Your goal: reach the Red Cross outpost, secure the code from the survivor, and make it back to headquarters before it's too late!

THE CHALLENGE:
As you navigate through the treacherous terrain, zombies will be hot on your heels, trying to tag the back of your shirt with fake blood. Your survival instincts will be put to the test as you dodge, and duck your way through this relentless horde. Will you emerge unscathed and save humanity, or become a zombie's next meal?

Non-Profit:
Martial Hearts is dedicated to providing financial assistance for youth to learn martial arts. We help youth pay for tuition and fees associated with martial arts, attend seminars and provide free self-defense training for womenall thanks to donations and events like these.

PARTNERING WITH THE RED CROSS AND WESSELMAN WOODS.
We are proud to announce our partnership with the Red Cross for this event. Partial proceeds will go toward Wesselman Woods and Martial Hearts.

What's Included for Runners

Race Shirt
Water Stops
Post-race snacks and water
Access to the Wesselman Woods Post-race Halloween party.

WHAT'S INCLUDED FOR ZOMBIES!
Zombies can register as a group to represent a business

Zombie Schedule
Registration at 2pm
Zombie Teams at 3pm

Disclaimer:
Participants should wear clothing they intend to get messy. Race Shirts will be grey and available to those who register by the deadline.

Races

  • Evansville Zombie 5K Survival Run 2024 (4pm)

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sun 19th October 2025 (4:00PM EDT)

    $20.00

    Race around Zombies to get to the cure and take it back to base. Receive a free t-shirt if you purchase your ticket 2 weeks before the race. Zombies will be trying to tag runners with Blood. Try and stay as "uninjured" as you can. Disclaimer: Wear something you are okay with getting messy. The run will take you around concrete, woods, fences, and more. Parents must accompany their child during the run/walk. Zombies will just be present to scare them.
  • Volunteer as a Zombie (3pm)

    Sun 19th October 2025 (2:00PM EDT)

    Free

    OPENS SOON
    Participate as a Zombie for the run. Bring your own Zombie attire Contact the race director if interested in getting face painting done at the event. Blood splatter wall provided for extra effect. Must be 16+

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Location

Wesselman Woods, 551 N Boeke Rd, Evansville, 47711, IN, United States

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