Jack-O-Lantern Jaunt 5K
- Date Sat 24th October 2026
- Time 5:00PM EDT
- Location CONCORD, North Carolina
- Price $16.90 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to celebrate the spirit of Halloween with the 25th Annual Jack-O-Lantern Jaunt 5K on Saturday, October 24, 2026, in the beautiful Frank Liske Park, Concord, Cabarrus! This festive evening race promises a thrilling experience as participants dash through the park at sunset, surrounded by the vibrant colors of fall. The excitement kicks off with a Fun Run starting at 5:00 PM, followed by the main 5K event at 5:30 PM.
Don’t miss your chance to be among the first 275 registered runners who will receive a custom finisher medal, courtesy of our presenting sponsor, Ground Thunder! With individual awards for the top three finishers in various age groups, as well as special recognition for the best dressed "Halloween Outfit," there’s something for everyone. Make sure to mark your calendars for packet pickup on October 23 and 24, and join us for a memorable evening filled with fun, fitness, and festive spirit!
Don’t miss your chance to be among the first 275 registered runners who will receive a custom finisher medal, courtesy of our presenting sponsor, Ground Thunder! With individual awards for the top three finishers in various age groups, as well as special recognition for the best dressed "Halloween Outfit," there’s something for everyone. Make sure to mark your calendars for packet pickup on October 23 and 24, and join us for a memorable evening filled with fun, fitness, and festive spirit!
Organiser's Description
The 25nd Annual Jack O' Lantern Jaunt 5K is back at Frank Liske Park. Enjoy a race through the park on a fall Halloween Eve as the sun is setting.
Packet Pickup will be held on Friday, October 23, 2026 (Frank Liske Park Office) 9 am - 4 pm and Saturday, October 24 (Homebuilder Shelter) from 4:00 pm -5:30 pm. Fun Run will start at 5:00 pm and the 5k will start at 5:30 pm.
THE FIRST 275 REGISTERED RUNNERS WILL RECEIVE A CUSTOM FINISHER MEDAL, THANKS TO OUR PRESENTING SPONSOR GROUND THUNDER. IF YOU REGISTER AS OF OCT 23RD 8:30 AM YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE A FINISHER MEDAL DUE TO REACHING 275 REGISTERED RUNNERS
Race Day Registration will be held on Saturday October 24, 2026 beside the Homebuilder Shelter.
Overall Awards: Top Overall Male, Overall Female, Master Male, Master Female, Grand Master Male, Grand Master Female.
Individual Awards to the top 3 finisher in the following age groups for Male and Female: 10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 and over.
Award for the best dressed "Halloween Outfit" for male and female
Packet Pickup will be held on Friday, October 23, 2026 (Frank Liske Park Office) 9 am - 4 pm and Saturday, October 24 (Homebuilder Shelter) from 4:00 pm -5:30 pm. Fun Run will start at 5:00 pm and the 5k will start at 5:30 pm.
THE FIRST 275 REGISTERED RUNNERS WILL RECEIVE A CUSTOM FINISHER MEDAL, THANKS TO OUR PRESENTING SPONSOR GROUND THUNDER. IF YOU REGISTER AS OF OCT 23RD 8:30 AM YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE A FINISHER MEDAL DUE TO REACHING 275 REGISTERED RUNNERS
Race Day Registration will be held on Saturday October 24, 2026 beside the Homebuilder Shelter.
Overall Awards: Top Overall Male, Overall Female, Master Male, Master Female, Grand Master Male, Grand Master Female.
Individual Awards to the top 3 finisher in the following age groups for Male and Female: 10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 and over.
Award for the best dressed "Halloween Outfit" for male and female
Races
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Jack O' Lantern Jaunt 5k
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 24th October 2026 (5:30PM EDT)
$32.80
CLOSED -
Jack O' Lantern Jaunt Fun Run
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 24th October 2026 (5:00PM EDT)
$16.90
CLOSED
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