Cats & Bats Haunted 5K
- Date Sat 26th October 2024
- Location Aberdeen, Maryland
- Price $28.45 - $39.03
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for the spookiest and most exciting 5K of the season at the Cats & Bats Haunted 5K in Aberdeen, Maryland! Join us on Saturday, October 26th, 2024, at 8:00 AM for a thrilling race that promises fun for all ages. This USATF Certified Course will wind through beautiful Festival Park, making it the perfect backdrop for your pre-Halloween festivities. Whether you choose to run or walk, you can participate in the live 5K event or opt for the virtual 5K if you're unable to join us in person.
Registration includes a stylish event shirt, chip timing, and a unique commemorative finisher's medal for all participants. Plus, enjoy post-race food, drinks, and awards for top finishers in various age groups. With race fees starting at just $30, it's an affordable way to celebrate Halloween while supporting a great cause—the National PTSD Foundation. Don't miss out on the area's most beloved fall running event—secure your spot today and make this Halloween unforgettable!
Registration includes a stylish event shirt, chip timing, and a unique commemorative finisher's medal for all participants. Plus, enjoy post-race food, drinks, and awards for top finishers in various age groups. With race fees starting at just $30, it's an affordable way to celebrate Halloween while supporting a great cause—the National PTSD Foundation. Don't miss out on the area's most beloved fall running event—secure your spot today and make this Halloween unforgettable!
Organiser's Description
FOR 8 YEARS, THIS HAS BEEN THE RACE OF CHOICE FOR YOUR PRE-HALLOWEEN FUN! THE FAMOUS CATS & BATS 5K IS ONCE AGAIN IN ABERDEEN! SPEND YOUR _#HALLOWEENINABERDEEN_
SATURDAY, October 26th - 8:00 am start time. USATF Certified Course - view map here [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vpD6NuNhyqALcOADYYWiusgu0vkB2Sud8iakA__8dIo/edit?usp=sharing]
Location: Festival Park, Aberdeen, MD
We are planning for a Group, In-Person 5K and also have a Virtual 5K component. The virtual component is in place for anyone who is non-local, will not be able to attend the live race, or is not comfortable racing in a group environment.
Packet pickup will begin on race morning at 6:30 am, under the pavilion.
Early packet pickup will be announced as we get cl
Race Fees
5K - Live Run or Walk - $30 per person (through August 31, 2024 - includes chip timing, shirt, and race medal, post race food and drinks, awards for overall & age group winners. Price increase to $35/per person September 1, 2024
Virtual 5K Race - $35 per person - if you can't attend the race but want the swag & brag, sign up for the virtual race! Complete the distance on your day, your place, your time. Race bib, shirt, and medal will be mailed to all virtual race participants.
One Mile Fun Run - $20 per person - for those who want to join in the fun but don't want to do the distance! Race shirt included. Price increase to $25 starting September 1
This is a Rain or Shine event! No refunds will be offered for this event. .
PACKET PICK-UP INFO - ON SITE PACKET PICKUP WILL BEGIN AT 6:30 AM IN FESTIVAL PARK. EARLY PACKET PICKUP WILL BE HELD TBD
We are also offering a mailing option this year ($7.00), please see registration for details and cut-off date.
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP STARTING AT 630 AM
CUSTOM EVENT SHIRT - Please register by 10/15 to guarantee your shirt size choice. We will do our best to have shirts for all but cannot guarantee sizes or availability for those who register after 10/15
Come on out to beautiful Festival Park in Aberdeen, MD and participate in the ONLY 5k to feature a Custom Commemorative Finisher's Medal for all participants.
This is THE area's spookiest fall running event, so don't miss out! Registration is open but we expect a sellout crowd.
In addition to a beautiful flat-and-fast course, you also get great swag, food, drink, shirts, awards, and don't forget. .. . an AWESOME Finisher's Medal for all participants!
Our run will benefit The National PTSD Foundation, a 501(c)3 that works to support our local first responders who suffer from this affliction.
Medals will be awarded to our overall Male and Female Winners, and age group awards will be announced, first, second & third place for 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+). Winners to be announced on-site.
We'll see YOU at the Cats & Bats 5K!
This event is RAIN OR SHINE!
Ticket sales are final and there are no refunds for any reason.
This race is owned, managed, and professionally timed by Blue Cheetah Sports Timing, LLC
SATURDAY, October 26th - 8:00 am start time. USATF Certified Course - view map here [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vpD6NuNhyqALcOADYYWiusgu0vkB2Sud8iakA__8dIo/edit?usp=sharing]
Location: Festival Park, Aberdeen, MD
We are planning for a Group, In-Person 5K and also have a Virtual 5K component. The virtual component is in place for anyone who is non-local, will not be able to attend the live race, or is not comfortable racing in a group environment.
Packet pickup will begin on race morning at 6:30 am, under the pavilion.
Early packet pickup will be announced as we get cl
Race Fees
5K - Live Run or Walk - $30 per person (through August 31, 2024 - includes chip timing, shirt, and race medal, post race food and drinks, awards for overall & age group winners. Price increase to $35/per person September 1, 2024
Virtual 5K Race - $35 per person - if you can't attend the race but want the swag & brag, sign up for the virtual race! Complete the distance on your day, your place, your time. Race bib, shirt, and medal will be mailed to all virtual race participants.
One Mile Fun Run - $20 per person - for those who want to join in the fun but don't want to do the distance! Race shirt included. Price increase to $25 starting September 1
This is a Rain or Shine event! No refunds will be offered for this event. .
PACKET PICK-UP INFO - ON SITE PACKET PICKUP WILL BEGIN AT 6:30 AM IN FESTIVAL PARK. EARLY PACKET PICKUP WILL BE HELD TBD
We are also offering a mailing option this year ($7.00), please see registration for details and cut-off date.
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP STARTING AT 630 AM
CUSTOM EVENT SHIRT - Please register by 10/15 to guarantee your shirt size choice. We will do our best to have shirts for all but cannot guarantee sizes or availability for those who register after 10/15
Come on out to beautiful Festival Park in Aberdeen, MD and participate in the ONLY 5k to feature a Custom Commemorative Finisher's Medal for all participants.
This is THE area's spookiest fall running event, so don't miss out! Registration is open but we expect a sellout crowd.
In addition to a beautiful flat-and-fast course, you also get great swag, food, drink, shirts, awards, and don't forget. .. . an AWESOME Finisher's Medal for all participants!
Our run will benefit The National PTSD Foundation, a 501(c)3 that works to support our local first responders who suffer from this affliction.
Medals will be awarded to our overall Male and Female Winners, and age group awards will be announced, first, second & third place for 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+). Winners to be announced on-site.
We'll see YOU at the Cats & Bats 5K!
This event is RAIN OR SHINE!
Ticket sales are final and there are no refunds for any reason.
This race is owned, managed, and professionally timed by Blue Cheetah Sports Timing, LLC
Races
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Cats & Bats Haunted 5K
Incl. $4.03 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th October 2024
$39.03
Run or walk a timed 5K EARLY PACKET PICKUP to be announced RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP STARTING AT 630 AM at Festival Park pavilion -
Cats & Bats Fun Run 1 Mile (Untimed)
Incl. $3.45 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th October 2024
$28.45
Untimed 1 Mile Walk/Run EARLY PACKET PICKUP to be announced RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP STARTING AT 630 AM at Festival Park pavilion -
Cats & Bats Virtual 5K Race
Incl. $4.03 Fee & T-Shirt
$39.03
Virtual 5K for those who do not plan to attend the in-person race. Event shirt and medal will be mailed. Price of $30 includes mailing
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