Running Scared 5K
- Date Sat 24th October 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Charlotte, North Carolina
- Price $37.50 - $39.49
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a spooktacular time at the 9th Annual Running Scared 5K, happening on Saturday, October 24, 2026, in the vibrant South Park area of Charlotte, Mecklenburg! This family-friendly Halloween event invites participants of all ages to dress up in their favorite costumes and join in the fun while running a thrilling 5K race. With a start time of 8:30 AM, runners will enjoy a scenic course filled with excitement and entertainment.
The festivities kick off early with packet pick-up on Friday, October 23, and continue through race day, complete with food trucks, live music, and activities for kids like face painting and games. Each participant will receive a high-quality shirt, finisher medals for the 5K, and have the chance to win awards in various age divisions. Proceeds from the event support Carolina Breast Friends, making this not only a fun day out but also a meaningful one. Don’t miss your chance to create a new Halloween tradition while supporting a great cause!
The festivities kick off early with packet pick-up on Friday, October 23, and continue through race day, complete with food trucks, live music, and activities for kids like face painting and games. Each participant will receive a high-quality shirt, finisher medals for the 5K, and have the chance to win awards in various age divisions. Proceeds from the event support Carolina Breast Friends, making this not only a fun day out but also a meaningful one. Don’t miss your chance to create a new Halloween tradition while supporting a great cause!
Organiser's Description
Charlotte's Largest and BEST Halloween Event!
Make it a Tradition.
The 9th Annual MOTION RUNNING SCARED 5K _PRESENTED BY NATIONAL GYPSUM_ will take place on October 25th, 2025 at 8:30am. This family fun event encourages participants to have fun, be creative, and dress up in costumes. Costumes are of course encouraged but not required. Enjoy a 5K race through and around South Park area of Charlotte. There will be activities for the kids (face painting, games, etc.), Food Trucks, Beer, Music, and more!
Proceeds are going to Carolina Breast Friends
WHAT DO I GET FOR PARTICIPATING?
1. High Quality shirt. We will have Unisex short sleeve shirts so please size yourself with that in mind. You must register before October 10th to be guaranteed a choice of shirt; GHOST, MONSTER, PUMPKIN, OR REGULAR. Anyone registered AFTER October 11th will be given a REGULAR event shirt...while inventory lasts.
2. Finisher Medals guaranteed for the 5K Only. We will now have a mix of medals for the Monster Milers...yahoo!
3. Great giveaways from our sponsors
4. Face painting, costume contest, etc.
6. Great fun!
PACKET PICK UP
Friday, October 24th, 2025; 1:00PM 6:00PM
MOTION Fitness
2101 Rexford Rd #50w, Charlotte, NC 28211
Race Day Saturday, October 25th, 2025; 7:15AM 8:15AM
MOTION Fitness
2101 Rexford Rd #50w, Charlotte, NC 28211
RACE START TIMES:
8:30AM - 5K
9:15AM - AWARDS
T-SHIRTS
Every participant will receive a t-shirt that signed up before October 10th. Shirts are ordered based on the sizes indicated during online registration. NO SWITCHING SIZES NO EXCEPTIONS!
TIMING
We have partnered with Start 2 Finish to time this years event using Chronotrack Timing Systems. All 5K participants will be timed and will receive their disposable timing tag during packet pick up.
DIVISIONS
Overall, Masters, 12 and under, 13-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and over.
AWARDS
Top 3 Males and Females Overall and 1st place in all age groups.
CLAIMING AWARDS
As results become available, runners will be able to claim their awards at the awards ceremony prior to the last participant finishing. We do NOT ship unclaimed awards.
NOTE: Sisu Events reserves the right to add/delete categories and awards prior to race based on participation.
REFUNDS AND TRANSFERS
Registration fees are non-refundable. Event registrations are non-transferable between individuals, events, or years.
TIME LIMIT
The 5K is for runners and we have to stick to a 15 minute pace limit per CMPD in order for them to open the roads. If you are walking slower than that, you may be asked to use the sidewalks to finish.
MEDIC/FIRST AID
There will be a RED medical tent located at the finish line in case of emergency or any medical needs. Announcements can always be made at the DJ booth as well.
WEATHER POLICY
Races are held, rain or shine, unless Sisu Events determines that conditions are too dangerous. This will be based on a prudent decision made on race weekend or race day by Sisu Events and local law enforcement officials. If the race is canceled due to inclement weather there will be neither refunds nor transfers. This position is consistent with USA Track & Field recommendations and with the protocol of sharing the risks associated with the sport of running. In the event of inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances, Sisu Events reserves the right to alter, cancel or eliminate any/all portions of the race.
PARKING
PLEASE arrive in time to park. There are many available parking lots near the start finish area.
EXPO
At the Running Scared 5K Expo you will find exhibitors, great giveaways from our sponsors, and kids face painting.
ENTERTAINMENT
We are so excited to have music and entertainment at the Start and Finish line to energize the runners and maintain the fun!
Make it a Tradition.
The 9th Annual MOTION RUNNING SCARED 5K _PRESENTED BY NATIONAL GYPSUM_ will take place on October 25th, 2025 at 8:30am. This family fun event encourages participants to have fun, be creative, and dress up in costumes. Costumes are of course encouraged but not required. Enjoy a 5K race through and around South Park area of Charlotte. There will be activities for the kids (face painting, games, etc.), Food Trucks, Beer, Music, and more!
Proceeds are going to Carolina Breast Friends
WHAT DO I GET FOR PARTICIPATING?
1. High Quality shirt. We will have Unisex short sleeve shirts so please size yourself with that in mind. You must register before October 10th to be guaranteed a choice of shirt; GHOST, MONSTER, PUMPKIN, OR REGULAR. Anyone registered AFTER October 11th will be given a REGULAR event shirt...while inventory lasts.
2. Finisher Medals guaranteed for the 5K Only. We will now have a mix of medals for the Monster Milers...yahoo!
3. Great giveaways from our sponsors
4. Face painting, costume contest, etc.
6. Great fun!
PACKET PICK UP
Friday, October 24th, 2025; 1:00PM 6:00PM
MOTION Fitness
2101 Rexford Rd #50w, Charlotte, NC 28211
Race Day Saturday, October 25th, 2025; 7:15AM 8:15AM
MOTION Fitness
2101 Rexford Rd #50w, Charlotte, NC 28211
RACE START TIMES:
8:30AM - 5K
9:15AM - AWARDS
T-SHIRTS
Every participant will receive a t-shirt that signed up before October 10th. Shirts are ordered based on the sizes indicated during online registration. NO SWITCHING SIZES NO EXCEPTIONS!
TIMING
We have partnered with Start 2 Finish to time this years event using Chronotrack Timing Systems. All 5K participants will be timed and will receive their disposable timing tag during packet pick up.
DIVISIONS
Overall, Masters, 12 and under, 13-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and over.
AWARDS
Top 3 Males and Females Overall and 1st place in all age groups.
CLAIMING AWARDS
As results become available, runners will be able to claim their awards at the awards ceremony prior to the last participant finishing. We do NOT ship unclaimed awards.
NOTE: Sisu Events reserves the right to add/delete categories and awards prior to race based on participation.
REFUNDS AND TRANSFERS
Registration fees are non-refundable. Event registrations are non-transferable between individuals, events, or years.
TIME LIMIT
The 5K is for runners and we have to stick to a 15 minute pace limit per CMPD in order for them to open the roads. If you are walking slower than that, you may be asked to use the sidewalks to finish.
MEDIC/FIRST AID
There will be a RED medical tent located at the finish line in case of emergency or any medical needs. Announcements can always be made at the DJ booth as well.
WEATHER POLICY
Races are held, rain or shine, unless Sisu Events determines that conditions are too dangerous. This will be based on a prudent decision made on race weekend or race day by Sisu Events and local law enforcement officials. If the race is canceled due to inclement weather there will be neither refunds nor transfers. This position is consistent with USA Track & Field recommendations and with the protocol of sharing the risks associated with the sport of running. In the event of inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances, Sisu Events reserves the right to alter, cancel or eliminate any/all portions of the race.
PARKING
PLEASE arrive in time to park. There are many available parking lots near the start finish area.
EXPO
At the Running Scared 5K Expo you will find exhibitors, great giveaways from our sponsors, and kids face painting.
ENTERTAINMENT
We are so excited to have music and entertainment at the Start and Finish line to energize the runners and maintain the fun!
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