Halloween Howler 5K and 1 Mile Run/Walk
- Date Sat 25th October 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Kennett Square, Pennsylvania
- Price Free - $38.10
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a spooktacular day of fun at the Halloween Howler 5K and 1 Mile Run/Walk on Saturday, October 25, 2025, in the charming town of Kennett Square, Chester. This festive event invites runners and walkers of all ages to enjoy a delightful day at Anson B Nixon Park. Whether you’re racing in the 5K or strolling in the one-mile walk (with your furry friends welcome!), there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Embrace the Halloween spirit by dressing up yourself and your pets for a chance to win exciting costume prizes! After the race, don’t miss the chance to see who takes home the title of best dressed. Plus, your participation supports a fantastic cause, as all proceeds benefit Good Samaritan Services, which aids those facing homelessness and poverty in the community. To spread the joy even further, consider bringing a canned or non-perishable food item to donate to KACS this holiday season. Join us for a day of community, compassion, and celebration!
Embrace the Halloween spirit by dressing up yourself and your pets for a chance to win exciting costume prizes! After the race, don’t miss the chance to see who takes home the title of best dressed. Plus, your participation supports a fantastic cause, as all proceeds benefit Good Samaritan Services, which aids those facing homelessness and poverty in the community. To spread the joy even further, consider bringing a canned or non-perishable food item to donate to KACS this holiday season. Join us for a day of community, compassion, and celebration!
Organiser's Description
Do you love running? Do you love dogs? Whether you like one, the other, or both, this is the event for you! Join us for a lovely day of running or walking at Anson B Nixon Park in Kennett Square, PA. The Halloween Howler offers both a 5k run and a one-mile walk option, and were excited to welcome dogs to join on the one-mile walk! So, bring your furry friend along and enjoy a fun, festive day together.
We highly encourage dressing up for this event (both two-legged and four-legged participants) for your chance to win one of our costume prizes. After the run/walk, stick around to see who wins best dressed!
ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT GOOD SAMARITAN SERVICES [https://goodsamservices.org/]
Good Samaritan Services compassionately responds to homelessness and poverty through a unique and personalized approach to empower our neighbors to move from housing crisis to stability. We engage the community to support these efforts. Serving over 800 men, women and children annually across Lancaster and Chester Counties, our vision is to see and serve all those who may be overlooked.
KENNETT COMMUNITY COMING TOGETHER
Why stop at just helping one non-profit when you can help two at the same time! Please consider bringing a canned or non-perishable food item to donate to KACS this holiday season.
We highly encourage dressing up for this event (both two-legged and four-legged participants) for your chance to win one of our costume prizes. After the run/walk, stick around to see who wins best dressed!
ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT GOOD SAMARITAN SERVICES [https://goodsamservices.org/]
Good Samaritan Services compassionately responds to homelessness and poverty through a unique and personalized approach to empower our neighbors to move from housing crisis to stability. We engage the community to support these efforts. Serving over 800 men, women and children annually across Lancaster and Chester Counties, our vision is to see and serve all those who may be overlooked.
KENNETT COMMUNITY COMING TOGETHER
Why stop at just helping one non-profit when you can help two at the same time! Please consider bringing a canned or non-perishable food item to donate to KACS this holiday season.
Races
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Howler 5K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Medal and Water Bottle
Sat 25th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
OPENS 08 AUGExperience the newly paved paths through Anson B. Nixon Park and don't forget to dress up for your chance to win a costume contest prize. Individual and group/family costumes are strongly encouraged! Please Note: NO DOGS MAY RUN THE 5K. Dogs are only allowed to walk the 1 mile course and must be on a leash no longer than 6ft. Pet owners are solely responsible for their pet at all times during the event. -
Howler Mile
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Water Bottle
Sat 25th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$27.50
OPENS 08 AUGTake a jog or walk your dog on the newly paved trails through Anson B. Nixon Park. This flat paved course is an enjoyable walk for the whole family. Don't forget to dress up for your chance to win a costume contest prize. Individual and group/family costumes are strongly encouraged! Please Note: NO DOGS MAY RUN THE 5K. Dogs are only allowed to walk the 1 mile course and must be on a leash no longer than 6ft. Pet owners are solely responsible for their pet at all times during the event. If you are entering your dog into the walk, please sign them up for free using the Pup Parade entry option. -
Wolf Pack Mile - Dog Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Water Bottle
Sat 25th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$32.80
OPENS 06 AUGWolf Pack Mile registers YOU AND YOUR DOG Dogs are just as much a part of the family and should join in on our day of fun! Come dressed to impress and walk your dog in the Howler Mile to show off your furry friend. There will be a prizes awarded to the best dog costume and the best dog group (Dog and owner or Dog and Family) costume. -
Kids 12 and Under Walk for FREE
Incl. Water Bottle
Sat 25th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
OPENS 09 OCTWe want the whole family involved! Kids 5 and under may walk for free with their race registered parent or guardian.
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