The Spooktacular 5k Presented by the Build a Spartan Foundation
- Date Sat 31st October 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Throop, Pennsylvania
- Price Free - $38.10
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a thrilling day of fun and fitness at The Spooktacular 5k on Saturday, October 31, 2026, in Throop, Lackawanna! This exciting event, hosted at the picturesque Mid Valley High School grounds, invites families and individuals to participate in either a spirited 5k run or a leisurely 2-mile walk, both kicking off at 9 AM. Registration and packet pickup will open bright and early at 7:30 AM, ensuring that everyone is set for a fantastic morning filled with Halloween spirit.
Participants are encouraged to don their favorite costumes, adding a festive flair to the race atmosphere. After the competition, don’t miss the chance to stick around for the inaugural Truck or Treat event in the Mid Valley High School parking lot. This FREE family-friendly celebration offers a safe environment for kids to showcase their costumes, enjoy tasty treats, and revel in the Halloween festivities. With fun around every corner, The Spooktacular 5k is sure to be a memorable day for all ages!
Participants are encouraged to don their favorite costumes, adding a festive flair to the race atmosphere. After the competition, don’t miss the chance to stick around for the inaugural Truck or Treat event in the Mid Valley High School parking lot. This FREE family-friendly celebration offers a safe environment for kids to showcase their costumes, enjoy tasty treats, and revel in the Halloween festivities. With fun around every corner, The Spooktacular 5k is sure to be a memorable day for all ages!
Organiser's Description
The Build a Spartan Foundation invites you and your families to join us for a spooky good time at the Mid Valley High School grounds on Saturday, October 31st. This 3rd Annual 5k Run & 2 Mile Walk will begin with day of registration and packet pickup at 7:30am. The run and walk will be at 9am with the awards being presented immediately following the finish of the competitors. Participants are encouraged to dress up in their favorite Halloween costumes for this fun event.
After the race, stick around and bring the kiddo's as we take over the Mid Valley High School Parking lot for our first ever Truck or Treat! It'll be a safe environment to bring your lil' trick or treaters to show off their costumes, try out their jokes and get every parents favorite thing for their kids.... SUGAR!!! The Truck or Treat is a FREE event, we just ask that anyone wishing to attend registers so we have an idea of how many to expect.
After the race, stick around and bring the kiddo's as we take over the Mid Valley High School Parking lot for our first ever Truck or Treat! It'll be a safe environment to bring your lil' trick or treaters to show off their costumes, try out their jokes and get every parents favorite thing for their kids.... SUGAR!!! The Truck or Treat is a FREE event, we just ask that anyone wishing to attend registers so we have an idea of how many to expect.
Races
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5k Run
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Unisex Tech Shirt
Sat 31st October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
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2mi Walk
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Unisex Tech Shirt
Sat 31st October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
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Trunk or Treat - Participant
Sat 31st October 2026 (11:00AM EDT)
Free
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Trunk or Treat I'm Handing Out Candy
Sat 31st October 2026 (11:00AM EDT)
Free
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52 Underwood Road, Throop, 18512, PA, United States
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