Howl'oween Trick or Trot 5k & 1 Mile Fun Run
- Date Sun 25th October 2026
- Time 4:00PM EDT
- Location Lima, Ohio
- Price $12.35 - $33.55
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a spooktacular day of fun and fitness at the 8th annual Howl'oween Trick or Trot 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run, taking place on Sunday, October 25, 2026, in Lima, Ohio! This exciting event offers participants the chance to enjoy a festive atmosphere while supporting local community initiatives. Whether you're a seasoned runner or looking for a fun way to spend the day with family, the event features a 5K race starting at 4:20 PM, following the Fun Run at 4:00 PM, both commencing from the west side of Faurot Park on Rosedale Drive.
Not only will you be able to lace up your sneakers and enjoy the great outdoors, but you'll also be contributing to important community programs sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Lima. Proceeds from the event will go towards service leadership programs that empower the youth of Allen County. Plus, don’t miss the chance to showcase your furry friends in the Virtual Pet Contest, benefiting local animal welfare organizations. With awards for the top finishers, refreshments for all, and a commemorative race shirt available for early registrants, the Howl'oween Trick or Trot promises to
Not only will you be able to lace up your sneakers and enjoy the great outdoors, but you'll also be contributing to important community programs sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Lima. Proceeds from the event will go towards service leadership programs that empower the youth of Allen County. Plus, don’t miss the chance to showcase your furry friends in the Virtual Pet Contest, benefiting local animal welfare organizations. With awards for the top finishers, refreshments for all, and a commemorative race shirt available for early registrants, the Howl'oween Trick or Trot promises to
Organiser's Description
KIWANIS CLUB OF LIMA
HOWLOWEEN TRICK OR TROT
5K & 1 MILE FUN RUN
SUNDAY OCTOBER 25, 2026
The Kiwanis Club of Lima is pleased to sponsor its 8th annual Howl'oween Trick or Trot 5K, Fun Run Walk & Virtual Pet Contest which will take place on October 25, 2026 ( A virtual option is available for the races.) Proceeds will help fund Kiwanis Service Leadership Programs to benefit the children and residents of Allen County: The Kiwanis Club of Lima works with local school systems to help cultivate young leaders through service with their service leadership clubs at the elementary, middle and high schools. These clubs are recognized for their work throughout the USA and continue to grow each year.
The Virtual Pet Contest will benefit local animal welfare agencies: The Humane Society of Allen County, Deb's Dogs, and A Lotta Love Pet Rescue.
Start Time: Staggered Start the Fun Run will start at 4:00 P.M. and the 5K will start shortly
after the Fun Run at 4:20 P.M.
Start Location: West side of Faurot Park on Rosedale Drive - Lima, OH
Race Items Pick-up: 5pm-6:30pm on October 25 at Allen County Children's Services, 123 West Spring Street, Lima, Ohio 45801 and Race Day 2:00-3:30pm
Entry Fee 5K: Early Registration on or before August 31st, 2026--$27. After August 31st through October 1st --$30. After October 1st through October 25th --$35 and $40.00 on Race Day.
Entry Fee Fun Run and Virtual Fun Run: Early Registration on or before September 1, 2025--$25. After September 1, 2025--$30.
Race Shirt: Receive a commemorative shirt. Register early and get yours!
Registrations received after October 2, 2025 will not have the race shirt included. Limited
quantities may be available for purchase on race day.
Entry Fee Pet Contest: $10 for first pet. $5 for each additional pet & $10 for commemorative
shirt (same as race shirt) $15 for commemorative shirt for additional family members.
Pet Contest will be on the Kiwanis Club of Lima 2026 Virtual Per Parade Facebook Page. Deadline is October 13, 2026 Voting takes place from October 14-28.
1 Mile Fun Run (Distance can be modified for those who are not able to complete the entire distance) This is not a
timed event! Refreshments will be available to all that cross the finish line.
Awards presented to the top three male and female finishers overall and top three in each male and female age
group for the 5K. 10 & under, 11-14, and 15-19.
Registration: Complete the Registration Form and Liability Waiver below and send, to:
Kiwanis Club of Lima Trick or Trot, P.O. Box 544,Lima OH 45802
Questions? Race Contact Robert Day, 419-234-1222, cvohio2095@gmail.com
If you are interested in sponsoring this event, please Contact Robert Day of the Lima Kiwanis, at
cvohio2095@gmail.com if you would like to help and you would be included in our program and possibly on
our race shirt.
HOWLOWEEN TRICK OR TROT
5K & 1 MILE FUN RUN
SUNDAY OCTOBER 25, 2026
The Kiwanis Club of Lima is pleased to sponsor its 8th annual Howl'oween Trick or Trot 5K, Fun Run Walk & Virtual Pet Contest which will take place on October 25, 2026 ( A virtual option is available for the races.) Proceeds will help fund Kiwanis Service Leadership Programs to benefit the children and residents of Allen County: The Kiwanis Club of Lima works with local school systems to help cultivate young leaders through service with their service leadership clubs at the elementary, middle and high schools. These clubs are recognized for their work throughout the USA and continue to grow each year.
The Virtual Pet Contest will benefit local animal welfare agencies: The Humane Society of Allen County, Deb's Dogs, and A Lotta Love Pet Rescue.
Start Time: Staggered Start the Fun Run will start at 4:00 P.M. and the 5K will start shortly
after the Fun Run at 4:20 P.M.
Start Location: West side of Faurot Park on Rosedale Drive - Lima, OH
Race Items Pick-up: 5pm-6:30pm on October 25 at Allen County Children's Services, 123 West Spring Street, Lima, Ohio 45801 and Race Day 2:00-3:30pm
Entry Fee 5K: Early Registration on or before August 31st, 2026--$27. After August 31st through October 1st --$30. After October 1st through October 25th --$35 and $40.00 on Race Day.
Entry Fee Fun Run and Virtual Fun Run: Early Registration on or before September 1, 2025--$25. After September 1, 2025--$30.
Race Shirt: Receive a commemorative shirt. Register early and get yours!
Registrations received after October 2, 2025 will not have the race shirt included. Limited
quantities may be available for purchase on race day.
Entry Fee Pet Contest: $10 for first pet. $5 for each additional pet & $10 for commemorative
shirt (same as race shirt) $15 for commemorative shirt for additional family members.
Pet Contest will be on the Kiwanis Club of Lima 2026 Virtual Per Parade Facebook Page. Deadline is October 13, 2026 Voting takes place from October 14-28.
1 Mile Fun Run (Distance can be modified for those who are not able to complete the entire distance) This is not a
timed event! Refreshments will be available to all that cross the finish line.
Awards presented to the top three male and female finishers overall and top three in each male and female age
group for the 5K. 10 & under, 11-14, and 15-19.
Registration: Complete the Registration Form and Liability Waiver below and send, to:
Kiwanis Club of Lima Trick or Trot, P.O. Box 544,Lima OH 45802
Questions? Race Contact Robert Day, 419-234-1222, cvohio2095@gmail.com
If you are interested in sponsoring this event, please Contact Robert Day of the Lima Kiwanis, at
cvohio2095@gmail.com if you would like to help and you would be included in our program and possibly on
our race shirt.
Races
-
Howl'oween Trick or Trot 5k
Incl. $3.37 Fee & Race Shirt
Sun 25th October 2026 (4:20PM EDT)
$30.37
Awards presented to the top three male and female finishers overall and top three in each male and female youth age group for the 5K. 10 & under, 11-14, and 15-19 All participants will receive a glow in the dark finisher medal. -
Virtual Howl'oween Trick or Trot 5k
Incl. $3.55 Fee & Long Sleeve Race Shirt
$33.55
-
Howl'oween Trick or Trot 1 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $3.25 Fee & Long Sleeve Race Shirt
Sun 25th October 2026 (4:00PM EDT)
$28.25
A fun untimed event where people can run or walk. First 200 sign ups will receive a glow in the dark finisher medal. -
Virtual Howl'oween Trick or Trot 1 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $3.25 Fee & Long Sleeve Race Shirt
$28.25
-
Virtual Pet Contest
Incl. $2.35 Fee
$12.35
Pet Contest will require registration to close by October 15th, and there will be two categories. Costumed pet and Cute Pet pictures. Participants will need to email their pet picture and pet name(s), to cvohio2095@gmail.com
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Rosedale Drive -West end of Faurot Park/Woodlawn Cemetery, 1751 Spencerville Rd., Lima, 45805, OH, United States
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