Jonesboro Jack-O'-Lantern 5k

Saturday, October 21, 2023 Past event

7:30 PM CDT

Jonesboro, Illinois

$6.98–$17.65 · 2 races

5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for a spooktacular night at the Jonesboro Jack-O'-Lantern 5K on Saturday, October 21, 2023! Taking place in the charming town of Jonesboro, Union, this exciting evening event invites participants to run, walk, creep, or crawl their way through a 5K course that promises thrills and chills. The race kicks off and concludes at Jonesboro School, featuring a unique route that winds through a nearby cemetery, where some frightful characters will be waiting to cheer you on and encourage a speedy pace!

Dress up in your best Halloween-themed attire and don’t forget your glow stick for an extra touch of festivity. Before the main event, join in on the Fun Run around the school track, perfect for all ages. This fantastic community event not only promotes fitness and fun but also raises funds for the Jonesboro School Beta Club. If the weather doesn’t cooperate, fear not—the rain date is set for October 28, 2023. Don't miss out on this thrilling celebration of Halloween spirit and community camaraderie!

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Races

Jonesboro Jack-O'-Lantern 5k

Incl. $2.65 Fee & T-Shirt

7:30 PM CDT

$17.65

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Jonesboro Jack-O'-Lantern Fun Run

Incl. $1.98 Fee & T-Shirt

7:00 PM CDT

$6.98

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Organiser's description

Run, walk, creep, or crawl to join us for our 1st spooky 5K, raising funds for Jonesboro School Beta Club on October 21, 2023! The evening 5K will begin and end at Jonesboro School, and incorporate a run through the nearby cemetery with a few scary characters popping out to motivate runners to move at a faster pace! Participants are encouraged to wear Halloween themed attire and must wear a glow stick. A Fun Run will be held before the 5K around the school track. In case of inclement weather, the rain date will be October 28, 2023.