Neighborhood House Scare Away Hunger 5K | 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk

  • Date Sun 4th October 2026
  • Time 9:00AM EDT
  • Location Rochester, Michigan
  • Price $6.80 - $38.60
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for a spooktacular day of fun and fitness at the Neighborhood House Scare Away Hunger 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk on Sunday, October 4, 2026, in Rochester, Oakland! This unique annual event invites participants of all ages to join in the festivities and help "Scare Away Hunger" in our community. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun family outing, you can choose between a challenging 5K run/walk or a delightful 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk.

Dress up in your favorite Halloween costume for a chance to add some extra flair to the event! Not only will you enjoy professional timing, a runner bib, and a medal, but you'll also be treated to finish line snacks and a pancake breakfast, making this a delicious way to support a great cause. Be sure to bring a can of food on race day to help stock the Neighborhood House Food Pantry; every donation counts! With children's activities available after the Family Fun Run, it's a perfect day to unite with neighbors in the spirit of giving. Together, let’s lace up our shoes and outrun hunger!

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 insecurity and during times of hardship. Whether you are a casual walker or a running enthusiast, join us in helping in Neighborhood House envision a community of neighbors helping neighbors on the path of self-sustainability.



5K RUN/WALK | $40/RUNNER - YOU WILL RECEIVE

* professional timing
* runner bib,
* T-shirt,
* medal,
* finish line snacks
* NEW THIS YEAR - PANCAKE BREAKFAST

FAMILY FUN RUN/WALK | $15/PERSON - YOU WILL RECEIVE:

* Runner bib
* Participation award
* Finish line snacks
* NEW THIS YEAR - PANCAKE BREAKFAST

**Strollers welcome (will be staged in back of pack).



SPECTATOR PANCAKE BREAKFAST | $5/PERSON - YOU WILL RECEIVE:

* Pancake breakfast



Packet Pick-Up Times:
Thursday, October 2nd: 1PM-4PM
Friday, October 3rd: 5PM-7PM
PICK-UP LOCATION: NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE MAIN OFFICE | 1720 SOUTH LIVERNOIS | ROCHESTER



OCTOBER 5TH - 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



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

  • 5k Run/Walk

    Incl. $3.60 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 4th October 2026 (9:30AM EDT)

    $38.60

    OPENS 31 MAR 26
    Important Information: Packet Pick-Up Times: Thursday, October 2nd: 1PM-4PM Friday, October 3rd: 5PM-7PM Pick-Up Location: Neighborhood House Main Office | 1720 South Livernois | Rochester October 5th - 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 Pancake breakfast following Family Fun Run and 5k Run/Walk
  • 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk

    Incl. $2.10 Fee

    Sun 4th October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $12.10

    OPENS 31 MAR 26
  • Spectator Pancake Breakfast

    Incl. $1.80 Fee

    Sun 4th October 2026 (9:15AM EDT)

    $6.80

    OPENS 31 MAR 26

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Rochester Municipal Park, 400 6th Street, Rochester, 48307, MI, United States

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