Wicked Way 5K
- Date Sat 31st October 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Batesville, Arkansas
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Wicked Way 5K, happening on Saturday, October 31st, 2026, in Batesville, Independence! This spirited Halloween-themed race promises a fun and festive atmosphere as participants test their spooky speed on a scenic out-and-back course along Miller Creek Road, starting near the Batesville Soccer Complex. The event is designed to gauge interest in establishing a local series of running events, offering an exciting opportunity for both seasoned runners and newcomers to get involved in the community.
Participants will enjoy bib-chip timing and a water station at the 2.5K turnaround, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience. While there won’t be T-shirts or giveaways for this inaugural event, all finishers will receive a medal, with special stickers awarded to the top three male and female runners in each age group. Don’t miss out on the chance to join this thrilling race for just $25, and celebrate Halloween with a dash of fitness and fun!
Participants will enjoy bib-chip timing and a water station at the 2.5K turnaround, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience. While there won’t be T-shirts or giveaways for this inaugural event, all finishers will receive a medal, with special stickers awarded to the top three male and female runners in each age group. Don’t miss out on the chance to join this thrilling race for just $25, and celebrate Halloween with a dash of fitness and fun!
Organiser's Description
HAVE YOU GOT SPOOKY SPEED?
If you think you can run, don't try to hide it at the WICKED WAY 5K!
OK Timing Plus presents this short-notice low-frills Halloween morning 5K on Miller Creek Road near the Batesville Soccer Complex. The race is a test of interest in creating a local series of varying distances and terrain on some upcoming open dates in the regional running calendar.
COURSE: We will have bib or bib-chip timing on the simple out-and-back course from the horse arena gate to Harry Road. The course served in 2022 and 2023 as part of our Valentine's weekend For the Love of Running 5K/10K.
T-SHIRTS/GIVEAWAYS: None for this inaugural event.
AWARDS: Top 3 M, Top 3 F. Finishers medals for all, with Top 3 M/F age-group stickers for the back of the medals.
AID: 2.5K turnaround water station; finish line fluids and snacks.
ENTRY FEE: $25
If you think you can run, don't try to hide it at the WICKED WAY 5K!
OK Timing Plus presents this short-notice low-frills Halloween morning 5K on Miller Creek Road near the Batesville Soccer Complex. The race is a test of interest in creating a local series of varying distances and terrain on some upcoming open dates in the regional running calendar.
COURSE: We will have bib or bib-chip timing on the simple out-and-back course from the horse arena gate to Harry Road. The course served in 2022 and 2023 as part of our Valentine's weekend For the Love of Running 5K/10K.
T-SHIRTS/GIVEAWAYS: None for this inaugural event.
AWARDS: Top 3 M, Top 3 F. Finishers medals for all, with Top 3 M/F age-group stickers for the back of the medals.
AID: 2.5K turnaround water station; finish line fluids and snacks.
ENTRY FEE: $25
Races
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Wicked Way 5K
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 31st October 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$27.50
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Location
229267 Miller Creek Road, Batesville, 72501, AR, United States
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