Run for Your Life Race at Robinson Lake - 5K and Haunted Fun Run
- Date Sat 24th October 2026
- Time 6:00PM CDT
- Location Hobart, Indiana
- Price $16.90 - $27.50
- Races 3 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a spook-tacular adventure at the 1st Annual Run for Your Life Race at Robinson Lake! Join us on Saturday, October 24th, 2026, in Hobart, Indiana, for an unforgettable evening filled with thrills and chills. This exciting event features both a Family Fun Run and a timed 5K race, perfect for participants of all ages and skill levels. The Family Fun Run is a non-timed experience that encourages creativity and fun, while the 5K race offers a competitive edge with prizes for the top finishers in various age groups.
As the sun sets, bring your headlamp or flashlight for an exhilarating run around Robinson Lake Park. Participants are encouraged to dress in their spookiest costumes, with a costume contest featuring fabulous prizes for both adults and children. Enjoy delicious food from local food trucks, unwind in the beer garden, and capture eerie moments with fun photo opportunities along the way. With entertainment, music, and friendly scare characters to keep the spirit alive, this is more than just a run—it's a celebration of community and fun! Don’t miss out on the chance to take part in this haunted experience, and mark your calendars for October 24th to Run for Your Life
As the sun sets, bring your headlamp or flashlight for an exhilarating run around Robinson Lake Park. Participants are encouraged to dress in their spookiest costumes, with a costume contest featuring fabulous prizes for both adults and children. Enjoy delicious food from local food trucks, unwind in the beer garden, and capture eerie moments with fun photo opportunities along the way. With entertainment, music, and friendly scare characters to keep the spirit alive, this is more than just a run—it's a celebration of community and fun! Don’t miss out on the chance to take part in this haunted experience, and mark your calendars for October 24th to Run for Your Life
Organiser's Description
GET READY FOR A SPOOK-TACULAR TIME!
Join us at Robinson Lake Park for our 1st annual Run for Your Life Race at Robinson Lake hosted by Hobart Parks and Events [https://secure.rec1.com/IN/hobart-in/catalog]. We'll have a Family Fun Run and a 5K Race that will leave you screaming for more!
EVENT DETAILS:
Date: October 25th, 2025
Time: 5 PM - Registration Check In
6 PM - Family Fun Run
6:30 PM - 5k Race
Bring a headlamp or flashlight, as it may be dark on the trails!
LOCATION: Robinson Lake Park located at 5240 S. Liverpool Rd. Hobart, Indiana 46323
COSTUME CONTEST SPONSORED BY _PLAY IT AGAIN SPORTS_ - MERRILLVILLE, IN. - 1876 E 80TH AVE - MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410
Get Creative! Dress up in your spookiest or most creative costume for a chance to win prizes! Awards for adults and children!
Glow Items Encouraged: Add some glow sticks, neon lights, or glow-in-the-dark accessories to your outfit for an extra-spooky effect! We'll have glow stations to pick up some glow gear, as well!
MORE THAN JUST A RUN...
Beer Garden: Relax and unwind with a cold brew after your run.
Food Truck: Savor delicious eats from Tocayos. Your taste buds will thank you!
Entertainment: Enjoy entertainment and music, and spooky tunes to set the mood.
Fun Photo Ops: Snap some eerie photos with our spooky scenes.
Scare Characters: Be prepared for some frightful encounters on the trails!
RUN DETAILS:
Family Fun Run: A fun, non-timed run for all ages and skill levels. Pick up fun glow items along the trail and take fun photo ops with the family! This is a non-paved route around Robinson Lake.
5K Race: A timed run including a bib and chip for those looking for a challenge. We'll give a prize for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place fastest runners!
Awards will be given for top runners in each age group for the 5k Race: 18-20, 21-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+.
Medals for All Pre-registered runners: Pick up your medal for finishing both the family fun run or 5k race.
Race day on-sight registration will be available but only a limited number of race day shirts and finisher medals will be available.
Tee shirts will be available for purchase both during registration ($15) or on the day of the race ($20).
Come for the Run, Stay for the Fun! Join us for a spook-tacular evening of running, costumes, and fun at Robinson Lake Park. We can't wait to see you there!
No dogs, strollers, bicycles, in-line skates, scooters, or wheeled vehicles are allowed on the course.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:
SILVER LEVEL:
D1 Training - 1627 E 80th Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410. [https://www.d1training.com/facility/merrillville]
Roofers Local # 26 - 25 W 84th Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410 [https://www.roofers26.com/]
BRONZE LEVEL:
Planet Fitness - 1901 E 37th Ave, Hobart, IN 46342. [https://www.planetfitness.com/gyms/hobart]
Play It Again Sp [https://playitagainsports.com/locations/merrillville-in/]orts - 1876 E 80th Ave., Merrillville, IN 46410. [https://playitagainsports.com/locations/merrillville-in/]
Balloonify NWI [https://www.instagram.com/balloonifynwi/]
Albanese Candy - Merrillville, IN - 5441 E Lincoln Hwy, Merrillville, IN 46410 [https://www.albanesecandy.com/]
Tavern On the Lake - Hobart, IN - 200 Main St, Hobart, IN 46342 [https://tavernonthelakehobart.com/]
State Farm, Pam Ridings - Hobart, IN - 214 Main St, Hobart, IN 46342 [https://www.pamsmyagent.com/?cmpid=du9c_blm_0001]
Avery Dennison - Lowell, IN - 270 Westmeadow Pl, Lowell, IN 46356 [https://www.averydennison.com/en/home.html]
Litehouse Grill - Hobart IN - 1403 S Lake Park Ave, Hobart, IN 46342 [https://www.litehousenwi.com/]
Art Theatre - Hobart, IN 230 Main St, Hobart, IN 46342-4440 [https://brickartlive.com/]
Interested in being a sponsor and supporting this great cause: Contact us at rccemail01@gmail.com
Join us at Robinson Lake Park for our 1st annual Run for Your Life Race at Robinson Lake hosted by Hobart Parks and Events [https://secure.rec1.com/IN/hobart-in/catalog]. We'll have a Family Fun Run and a 5K Race that will leave you screaming for more!
EVENT DETAILS:
Date: October 25th, 2025
Time: 5 PM - Registration Check In
6 PM - Family Fun Run
6:30 PM - 5k Race
Bring a headlamp or flashlight, as it may be dark on the trails!
LOCATION: Robinson Lake Park located at 5240 S. Liverpool Rd. Hobart, Indiana 46323
COSTUME CONTEST SPONSORED BY _PLAY IT AGAIN SPORTS_ - MERRILLVILLE, IN. - 1876 E 80TH AVE - MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410
Get Creative! Dress up in your spookiest or most creative costume for a chance to win prizes! Awards for adults and children!
Glow Items Encouraged: Add some glow sticks, neon lights, or glow-in-the-dark accessories to your outfit for an extra-spooky effect! We'll have glow stations to pick up some glow gear, as well!
MORE THAN JUST A RUN...
Beer Garden: Relax and unwind with a cold brew after your run.
Food Truck: Savor delicious eats from Tocayos. Your taste buds will thank you!
Entertainment: Enjoy entertainment and music, and spooky tunes to set the mood.
Fun Photo Ops: Snap some eerie photos with our spooky scenes.
Scare Characters: Be prepared for some frightful encounters on the trails!
RUN DETAILS:
Family Fun Run: A fun, non-timed run for all ages and skill levels. Pick up fun glow items along the trail and take fun photo ops with the family! This is a non-paved route around Robinson Lake.
5K Race: A timed run including a bib and chip for those looking for a challenge. We'll give a prize for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place fastest runners!
Awards will be given for top runners in each age group for the 5k Race: 18-20, 21-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+.
Medals for All Pre-registered runners: Pick up your medal for finishing both the family fun run or 5k race.
Race day on-sight registration will be available but only a limited number of race day shirts and finisher medals will be available.
Tee shirts will be available for purchase both during registration ($15) or on the day of the race ($20).
Come for the Run, Stay for the Fun! Join us for a spook-tacular evening of running, costumes, and fun at Robinson Lake Park. We can't wait to see you there!
No dogs, strollers, bicycles, in-line skates, scooters, or wheeled vehicles are allowed on the course.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:
SILVER LEVEL:
D1 Training - 1627 E 80th Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410. [https://www.d1training.com/facility/merrillville]
Roofers Local # 26 - 25 W 84th Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410 [https://www.roofers26.com/]
BRONZE LEVEL:
Planet Fitness - 1901 E 37th Ave, Hobart, IN 46342. [https://www.planetfitness.com/gyms/hobart]
Play It Again Sp [https://playitagainsports.com/locations/merrillville-in/]orts - 1876 E 80th Ave., Merrillville, IN 46410. [https://playitagainsports.com/locations/merrillville-in/]
Balloonify NWI [https://www.instagram.com/balloonifynwi/]
Albanese Candy - Merrillville, IN - 5441 E Lincoln Hwy, Merrillville, IN 46410 [https://www.albanesecandy.com/]
Tavern On the Lake - Hobart, IN - 200 Main St, Hobart, IN 46342 [https://tavernonthelakehobart.com/]
State Farm, Pam Ridings - Hobart, IN - 214 Main St, Hobart, IN 46342 [https://www.pamsmyagent.com/?cmpid=du9c_blm_0001]
Avery Dennison - Lowell, IN - 270 Westmeadow Pl, Lowell, IN 46356 [https://www.averydennison.com/en/home.html]
Litehouse Grill - Hobart IN - 1403 S Lake Park Ave, Hobart, IN 46342 [https://www.litehousenwi.com/]
Art Theatre - Hobart, IN 230 Main St, Hobart, IN 46342-4440 [https://brickartlive.com/]
Interested in being a sponsor and supporting this great cause: Contact us at rccemail01@gmail.com
Races
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Run for Your Life Races at Robinson Lake - Fun Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 24th October 2026 (6:00PM CDT)
$27.50
OPENS 21 AUG -
Run for Your Life Races at Robinson Lake - 5K
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 24th October 2026 (6:30PM CDT)
$27.50
OPENS 21 AUG -
Haunted Trail Walk
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Sat 24th October 2026 (7:00PM CDT)
$16.90
OPENS 15 OCT
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