Haunted Halloween Hustle
- Date Sat 31st October 2026
- Time 8:45AM EDT
- Location Goshen, Indiana
- Price $19.02 - $43.40
- Races 4 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 5km, 10km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for a spooktacular day of fun and fitness at the Haunted Halloween Hustle on Saturday, October 31, 2026, in the picturesque town of Goshen, Elkhart! This thrilling event promises a distance for everyone, featuring the Monster Mile, a Frightening 5K (run or walk), a Terrible 10K run, and a Haunted Half Marathon. All courses are set along the scenic Pumpkinvine Trail, ensuring a delightful experience surrounded by nature's beauty. With routes designed to keep you on track, you’ll enjoy a supportive atmosphere as you dash towards the finish line.
Join in the Halloween spirit by dressing up for the costume contest, with awards in eight fun categories! Whether you’re sprinting, jogging, or walking, you’ll be welcomed with encouraging cheers from fellow participants and volunteers along the way. Plus, enjoy delicious refreshments at the finish line, including hot cocoa, fresh pretzels, and more. This fantastic event isn’t just about racing; it’s also a fundraiser to benefit families with special needs, making your participation even more meaningful. Don’t miss out on this festive celebration of health and community!
Join in the Halloween spirit by dressing up for the costume contest, with awards in eight fun categories! Whether you’re sprinting, jogging, or walking, you’ll be welcomed with encouraging cheers from fellow participants and volunteers along the way. Plus, enjoy delicious refreshments at the finish line, including hot cocoa, fresh pretzels, and more. This fantastic event isn’t just about racing; it’s also a fundraiser to benefit families with special needs, making your participation even more meaningful. Don’t miss out on this festive celebration of health and community!
Organiser's Description
Come join us for the Haunted Halloween Hustle! We have a distance for everyone!
* Monster Mile
* Frightening 5K (run or walk)
* Terrible 10K run
* Haunted Half Marathon
The race is based out of the Abshire Park in Goshen, Indiana. The courses are all on the fantastic, scenic and paved Pumpkinvine trail which is largely ensconced by old trees. All distances are out and back so there is absolutely NO WAY to miss a turn, get lost or lose your mates! Just get into your zone, forget about your cares and count down the miles!
You will always have people around you to encourage you and get you to the finish line! The path is completely protected from traffic, except at a few cross roads where we will have police and volunteers to keep you safe. There are also several porta potties along the way, which is always nice- especially on the longer distances.
If you have never been on the Pumpkinvine Path [https://pumpkinvine.org/], it is a local gem! We are so lucky to have access to this fabulous path in our area! We welcome back all of our past participants!
AWARDS All participants get a finisher medal, Overall Top Three MF and Age group awards in the 5K, 10K and Half Marathon. The Mile is not timed, but you will get a finisher medal with a custom lanyard.
COSTUME AWARDS IN 8 CATEGORIES. We encourage everyone to dress up - and participate in the costume contest!
Cutest Costume
Best duo/group
Most creative
Best homemade
Most spooky/creepy
Funny/silly
Storybook/fairy tale
Superhero/villain
SIGN UP FOR THE COSTUME AWARDS when you arrive at Abshire (to make sure we get a photo and you won't be missed) and when you get back from your run, you can see if you won! We usually do a Monster Mash parade just so everyone can see all the costumes! Makes it fun!
NEW IN 2026
* SHIRTS ARE OPTIONAL AND AND ADDITIONAL COST OF $16
* If you have too many shirts, just skip it!
We do order extra shirts, but you need to sign up by October 10 to guarantee your size and availability.
* We will also have vintage performance shirts for sale onsite for $5.00, so bring a few bucks if you are interested.
* For those wanting more time to complete the half marathon distance, we are offering "DAWN PATROL" which will begin at 8:00 am. You just need to indicate that during signup or at the latest when you check in so our timer is prepared. All Dawn Patrol participants will all start together at 8:00 am. You must be checked in by 7:45 am on race day in order to start early. Sunrise is at 8:08 am, but there is enough light that you can see the path. PLEASE NOTE: You must begin at 8:00 am if you sign up. (You can't just show up at 8:15 am and start, etc etc. This is a manual start for the timer, so please follow instructions so the results don't go sideways. Again, this is intended to encourage folks who might need or just want extra time to finish.)
The awards ceremony times will not change.
* Food Truck onsite!
PACKET PICKUP AND REGISTRATION
_You are welcome to pick up for your friends. For your convenience, we have added a pick up location on Wednesday!_
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND: Wednesday, October 28 4:30 - 6:00 pm at Fleet Feet Mishawaka , 3522 Grape Road
Friday, October 30 4:00 - 6:00 PM at Abshire Park Pavilion, 1302 East Lincoln Avenue, Goshen
Saturday, October 31 6:45 - 8:15 AM at Abshire Park Pavilion, 1302 East Lincoln Avenue, Goshen
PARKING ON RACE DAY
There is no parking at Abshire Park on race day for participants. There is a very small lot which will be used for staging race supplies and volunteers.
[ As of 6-5-26 we understand that the lot might be under construction during the race. We will keep you posted.]
On Race morning, Boy Scout Troop # 12 will be directing traffic to local businesses along Lincoln Avenue. Please allow a little extra time to get to the start line.
REFRESHMENTS? Ben's Pretzels will have fresh pretzels there, and we'll have hot cocoa, soup, coffee, cookies, fruit, and so much more will be waiting for you at the finish line. We do have great chow at the finish!
FUNDRAISER! This race benefits the same families as in the past, who have special nees. Exciting news! Community 321 is the new organization that has purchased a group home for the young adults to live and work. More about this at the race.
NOT A RUNNER? First, you can ALWAYS walk....at any of our events! OR, if that doesn't appeal to you, we always need active spectators to cheer on the runners, hand out water, watch for traffic, etc. Please let us know if you are available to help out!
* Monster Mile
* Frightening 5K (run or walk)
* Terrible 10K run
* Haunted Half Marathon
The race is based out of the Abshire Park in Goshen, Indiana. The courses are all on the fantastic, scenic and paved Pumpkinvine trail which is largely ensconced by old trees. All distances are out and back so there is absolutely NO WAY to miss a turn, get lost or lose your mates! Just get into your zone, forget about your cares and count down the miles!
You will always have people around you to encourage you and get you to the finish line! The path is completely protected from traffic, except at a few cross roads where we will have police and volunteers to keep you safe. There are also several porta potties along the way, which is always nice- especially on the longer distances.
If you have never been on the Pumpkinvine Path [https://pumpkinvine.org/], it is a local gem! We are so lucky to have access to this fabulous path in our area! We welcome back all of our past participants!
AWARDS All participants get a finisher medal, Overall Top Three MF and Age group awards in the 5K, 10K and Half Marathon. The Mile is not timed, but you will get a finisher medal with a custom lanyard.
COSTUME AWARDS IN 8 CATEGORIES. We encourage everyone to dress up - and participate in the costume contest!
Cutest Costume
Best duo/group
Most creative
Best homemade
Most spooky/creepy
Funny/silly
Storybook/fairy tale
Superhero/villain
SIGN UP FOR THE COSTUME AWARDS when you arrive at Abshire (to make sure we get a photo and you won't be missed) and when you get back from your run, you can see if you won! We usually do a Monster Mash parade just so everyone can see all the costumes! Makes it fun!
NEW IN 2026
* SHIRTS ARE OPTIONAL AND AND ADDITIONAL COST OF $16
* If you have too many shirts, just skip it!
We do order extra shirts, but you need to sign up by October 10 to guarantee your size and availability.
* We will also have vintage performance shirts for sale onsite for $5.00, so bring a few bucks if you are interested.
* For those wanting more time to complete the half marathon distance, we are offering "DAWN PATROL" which will begin at 8:00 am. You just need to indicate that during signup or at the latest when you check in so our timer is prepared. All Dawn Patrol participants will all start together at 8:00 am. You must be checked in by 7:45 am on race day in order to start early. Sunrise is at 8:08 am, but there is enough light that you can see the path. PLEASE NOTE: You must begin at 8:00 am if you sign up. (You can't just show up at 8:15 am and start, etc etc. This is a manual start for the timer, so please follow instructions so the results don't go sideways. Again, this is intended to encourage folks who might need or just want extra time to finish.)
The awards ceremony times will not change.
* Food Truck onsite!
PACKET PICKUP AND REGISTRATION
_You are welcome to pick up for your friends. For your convenience, we have added a pick up location on Wednesday!_
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND: Wednesday, October 28 4:30 - 6:00 pm at Fleet Feet Mishawaka , 3522 Grape Road
Friday, October 30 4:00 - 6:00 PM at Abshire Park Pavilion, 1302 East Lincoln Avenue, Goshen
Saturday, October 31 6:45 - 8:15 AM at Abshire Park Pavilion, 1302 East Lincoln Avenue, Goshen
PARKING ON RACE DAY
There is no parking at Abshire Park on race day for participants. There is a very small lot which will be used for staging race supplies and volunteers.
[ As of 6-5-26 we understand that the lot might be under construction during the race. We will keep you posted.]
On Race morning, Boy Scout Troop # 12 will be directing traffic to local businesses along Lincoln Avenue. Please allow a little extra time to get to the start line.
REFRESHMENTS? Ben's Pretzels will have fresh pretzels there, and we'll have hot cocoa, soup, coffee, cookies, fruit, and so much more will be waiting for you at the finish line. We do have great chow at the finish!
FUNDRAISER! This race benefits the same families as in the past, who have special nees. Exciting news! Community 321 is the new organization that has purchased a group home for the young adults to live and work. More about this at the race.
NOT A RUNNER? First, you can ALWAYS walk....at any of our events! OR, if that doesn't appeal to you, we always need active spectators to cheer on the runners, hand out water, watch for traffic, etc. Please let us know if you are available to help out!
Races
-
Monster Mile
Incl. $2.02 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 31st October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$19.02
-
Frightening 5K
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 31st October 2026 (8:50AM EDT)
$27.50
-
Terrible 10K
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 31st October 2026 (8:50AM EDT)
$32.80
-
Haunted Half Marathon
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 31st October 2026 (8:45AM EDT)
$43.40
Note: If you would like to start earlier so you have more time, there is an option for that. The earlier start time is 8:00 am. Be sure to check in with plenty of time to spare, and notify the registration staff when you do.
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