Boooo-mfield 5k
- Date Sat 24th October 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Bloomfield, New Jersey
- Price $22.20 - $41.28
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join the excitement at the Boooo-mfield 5K in Bloomfield, Essex on Saturday, October 24th, 2026! This unique event combines the thrill of a race with the festive spirit of Halloween, creating a block party atmosphere for everyone to enjoy. Starting and finishing just outside Skiddoo and Nardas Café, this 5K race is perfect for all participants, whether you're sprinting in costume, walking with friends, or pushing a stroller.
Beyond the race, attendees can indulge in a variety of activities, including a festive kids dash, face painting, and local food vendors. Expect a lively ambiance with music, giveaways, and plenty of spooky fun! Plus, every registration supports incredible local initiatives, such as the Friends of Watsessing Park Conservancy and the Bloomfield High School cross country and track teams. Don’t miss out on this fantastic fall morning filled with community spirit, laughter, and Halloween cheer—come for the run, stay for the fun!
Beyond the race, attendees can indulge in a variety of activities, including a festive kids dash, face painting, and local food vendors. Expect a lively ambiance with music, giveaways, and plenty of spooky fun! Plus, every registration supports incredible local initiatives, such as the Friends of Watsessing Park Conservancy and the Bloomfield High School cross country and track teams. Don’t miss out on this fantastic fall morning filled with community spirit, laughter, and Halloween cheer—come for the run, stay for the fun!
Organiser's Description
BOOOO-MFIELD 5K WHERE BLOCK PARTY MEETS HALLOWEEN
The Boooo-mfield 5K is more than just a run its a Halloween-flavored block party right in the heart of the Watsessing community, starting and finishing outside Skiddoo and Nardas Caf'e. Whether you're racing in costume, walking with friends, or pushing a stroller to the finish, this is a fall morning you wont want to miss.
All proceeds from the event support local community efforts including the incredible work of the FRIENDS OF WATSESSING PARK CONSERVANCY, a volunteer-driven group dedicated to preserving and enhancing one of Bloomfields most beloved parks, and the BLOOMFIELD HIGH SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY AND TRACK & FIELD TEAMS, helping fund gear, travel, and meet expenses for student-athletes.
Come for the run, stay for the music, costumes, food, giveaways, and spooky-fun vibes!
WHAT TO EXPECT:
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COSTUMED CHEER SQUADS AND FRIENDLY FACES ALL ALONG THE COURSE
*
A FESTIVE KIDS DASH, PLUS FACE PAINTING, SNACKS, AND GIVEAWAYS
*
LOCAL VENDORS, FOOD TRUCKS, NARDA'S PUNCHES, AND FRESH COFFEE FROM SKIDDOO
*
GREAT MUSIC, FUN PHOTO OPS, AND A BIG DOSE OF HALLOWEEN SPIRIT ALL WRAPPED IN A WARM, WELCOMING COMMUNITY VIBE
WALKERS ARE ABSOLUTELY WELCOMEAND COSTUMES ARE ENCOURAGED! EVERY REGISTRATION HELPS SUPPORT BLOOMFIELDS TRACK/XC TEAMS AND BRINGS NEW TREES TO WATSESSING PARK. COME FOR THE RUN, STAY FOR THE FUN!
The Boooo-mfield 5K is more than just a run its a Halloween-flavored block party right in the heart of the Watsessing community, starting and finishing outside Skiddoo and Nardas Caf'e. Whether you're racing in costume, walking with friends, or pushing a stroller to the finish, this is a fall morning you wont want to miss.
All proceeds from the event support local community efforts including the incredible work of the FRIENDS OF WATSESSING PARK CONSERVANCY, a volunteer-driven group dedicated to preserving and enhancing one of Bloomfields most beloved parks, and the BLOOMFIELD HIGH SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY AND TRACK & FIELD TEAMS, helping fund gear, travel, and meet expenses for student-athletes.
Come for the run, stay for the music, costumes, food, giveaways, and spooky-fun vibes!
WHAT TO EXPECT:
*
COSTUMED CHEER SQUADS AND FRIENDLY FACES ALL ALONG THE COURSE
*
A FESTIVE KIDS DASH, PLUS FACE PAINTING, SNACKS, AND GIVEAWAYS
*
LOCAL VENDORS, FOOD TRUCKS, NARDA'S PUNCHES, AND FRESH COFFEE FROM SKIDDOO
*
GREAT MUSIC, FUN PHOTO OPS, AND A BIG DOSE OF HALLOWEEN SPIRIT ALL WRAPPED IN A WARM, WELCOMING COMMUNITY VIBE
WALKERS ARE ABSOLUTELY WELCOMEAND COSTUMES ARE ENCOURAGED! EVERY REGISTRATION HELPS SUPPORT BLOOMFIELDS TRACK/XC TEAMS AND BRINGS NEW TREES TO WATSESSING PARK. COME FOR THE RUN, STAY FOR THE FUN!
Races
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5K Run/Walk/Jog
Incl. $3.28 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 24th October 2026 (9:15AM EDT)
$41.28
OPENS 07 JUL -
Kids Halloween Dash (~1/2 Mile)
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 24th October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$22.20
OPENS 07 JUL
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