Neighborhood House Scare Away Hunger 5K | 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
- Date Sun 5th October 2025
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Rochester, Michigan
- Price $17.40 - $38.60
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a spooktacular day at the Neighborhood House Scare Away Hunger 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk on Sunday, October 5, 2025, in beautiful Rochester, Oakland! This unique event combines the thrill of running with the festive spirit of Halloween, inviting participants to don their favorite family-friendly costumes as they race to support a great cause. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, join us for the 5K run/walk starting at 9:30 AM, or bring the whole family for the Fun Run at 9:00 AM!
Not only will you enjoy a fun-filled day with professional timing, runner bibs, T-shirts, medals, and finish line snacks, but your participation will also help combat food insecurity in the community. Participants are encouraged to bring a can of food on race day to donate to the Neighborhood House Food Pantry. With a mission of neighbors helping neighbors, together we can outrun hunger! Donโt miss this chance to make a difference while enjoying a festive and fun atmosphere!
Not only will you enjoy a fun-filled day with professional timing, runner bibs, T-shirts, medals, and finish line snacks, but your participation will also help combat food insecurity in the community. Participants are encouraged to bring a can of food on race day to donate to the Neighborhood House Food Pantry. With a mission of neighbors helping neighbors, together we can outrun hunger! Donโt miss this chance to make a difference while enjoying a festive and fun atmosphere!
Organiser's Description
Join us on Sunday, October 5, 2025! Help Neighborhood House "Scare Away Hunger" by participating in this one-of-a-kind fun run/walk! Scare Away Hunger is a unique, annual event that adds a creative twist to a traditional running event, while helping our community! Participants are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes!* Proceeds from this event will help our neighbors with food insecurities and during times of hardship. Whether you are a casual walker or a running enthusiast, join us in helping in Neighborhood House's vision of a community of neighbors helping neighbors on the path of self-sustainability.
5K Run/Walk Registrations will receive professional timing, runner bib, T-shirt, medal and finish line snacks.
Race Day Times:
On-site Packet Pick Up 8:00-9:30
Family Fun Run starts 9:00 am
**Children's activities available after Family Fun Run**
5k Run/Walk starts 9:30 am
Family Fun Run/Walk: $15/person. Strollers welcome - will be staged in back of pack) will receive; runner bib, participation award and finish line snacks.
As you lace up for our 5K/family fun run, remember to bring a can of food with you on race day. Your donation will help stock the shelves of the Neighborhood House Food Pantry. One small can makes a big difference let's turn our steps into sustenance for those who need it most. Together, we can outrun hunger!
* Participants are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes! Costumes must be family-friendly and may not be obstructive, offensive, objectionable or violent.
Costumes may not contain any weapons that resemble or could easily be mistaken for an actual weapon.
Costumes may not contain sharp objects, pointed objects or materials.
Costumes may not drag on the ground
**The race takes place rain or shine. Only severe weather and/or lightning will result in delay or cancelation**
5K Run/Walk Registrations will receive professional timing, runner bib, T-shirt, medal and finish line snacks.
Race Day Times:
On-site Packet Pick Up 8:00-9:30
Family Fun Run starts 9:00 am
**Children's activities available after Family Fun Run**
5k Run/Walk starts 9:30 am
Family Fun Run/Walk: $15/person. Strollers welcome - will be staged in back of pack) will receive; runner bib, participation award and finish line snacks.
As you lace up for our 5K/family fun run, remember to bring a can of food with you on race day. Your donation will help stock the shelves of the Neighborhood House Food Pantry. One small can makes a big difference let's turn our steps into sustenance for those who need it most. Together, we can outrun hunger!
* Participants are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes! Costumes must be family-friendly and may not be obstructive, offensive, objectionable or violent.
Costumes may not contain any weapons that resemble or could easily be mistaken for an actual weapon.
Costumes may not contain sharp objects, pointed objects or materials.
Costumes may not drag on the ground
**The race takes place rain or shine. Only severe weather and/or lightning will result in delay or cancelation**
Races
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5k Run/Walk
Incl. $3.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 5th October 2025 (9:30AM EDT)
$38.60
OPENS SOON -
1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
Incl. $2.40 Fee
Sun 5th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$17.40
OPENS SOON
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