Witches in the Woods 5K/2K | Hometown Happenings
- Date Fri 24th October 2025
- Time 6:00PM CDT
- Location Crown Point, Indiana
- Price $27.50 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a spooktacular evening at the Witches in the Woods 5K/2K in Crown Point, Lake, on Friday, October 24, 2025! This enchanting nighttime run/walk invites participants to navigate through the trees and along the fairgrounds, creating a magical atmosphere filled with excitement. With a chance to win fabulous prizes by capturing a photo of a witch, this event is perfect for families and friends alike. The first 200 registrants will receive finisher medals, making this an unforgettable experience!
Join the fun at the Hometown Hocus Pocus Market, featuring live performances by the Sanderson Sisters, shopping, delicious food, craft drinks, and a thrilling costume contest. Bring your flashlight or headlamp as you embark on the 5K or 2K adventure, with registration opening at 4:30 PM. Kids under 3 can join for free, and strollers are welcome, ensuring everyone can partake in this festive celebration. With awards for the top finishers and the best costumes, the Witches in the Woods event promises a night full of thrills and chills!
Join the fun at the Hometown Hocus Pocus Market, featuring live performances by the Sanderson Sisters, shopping, delicious food, craft drinks, and a thrilling costume contest. Bring your flashlight or headlamp as you embark on the 5K or 2K adventure, with registration opening at 4:30 PM. Kids under 3 can join for free, and strollers are welcome, ensuring everyone can partake in this festive celebration. With awards for the top finishers and the best costumes, the Witches in the Woods event promises a night full of thrills and chills!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR A NIGHT TIME RUN/WALK & PROVE WITCHES LIVE IN THE WOODS! TAKE A PHOTO OF A WITCH WITH YOUR PHONE FOR A CHANCE TO WIN PRIZES! ENTRY INCLUDES:
FINISHER MEDALS FOR FIRST 200 TO SIGN UP!
NIGHT TIME RACE THROUGH THE TREES & ALONG THE ROADS OF THE FAIRGROUNDS AT NIGHT! PLEASE BRING FLASHLIGHTS OR HEADLAMPS.
FREE ENTRY ($5 VALUE) IO THE HOMETOWN HOCUS POCUS MARKET - SANDERSON SISTERS OF "HOCUS POCUS" PERFORM. SHOPPING, LIVE MUSIC, FOOD, CRAFT DRINKS, TRICK OR TREATING & COSTUME CONTESTS.
AWARDS FOR TOP OVERALL & TOP 3 FINISHERS IN EACH AGE GROUP
"BEST COSTUME" PRIZES. STROLLERS ARE WELCOME! KIDS UNDER 3 ARE FREE.
TIMELINE:
4:30-5:30P - SIGN-IN/REGISTRATION
5:00-9:00P MARKET BEGINS IN INDUSTRIAL BLDG
5:30-8:00P - HAY RIDES ON SOUTH END OF MARKET
5:40 PM - COSTUME CONTESTS & NATIONAL ANTHEM
6:00 PM - RACE STARTS.
AFTER THE RACE: RACE AWARDS & ENJOY THE HOMETOWN HOCUS POCUS MARKET
6:30-7:30 PM - SANDERSON SISTERS AT MARKET!
7:30 PM - SANDERSON SISTERS PERFORM!
COST: 5K: $30 FOR ADULTS, NON-TIMED 3K & KIDS 3-12: $25. UNDER 3 ARE FREE. SHIRTS EXTRA $16 THRU OCT. 13TH. A LIMITED NUMBER OF SHIRTS MAY BE AVAILABLE AFTER THE RACE.
PACKET PICKUP/REGISTRATION IS AT 5:15 PM AT THE EVENT.
PLEASE NOTE: NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN DUE TO WEATHER OR FOR ANY OTHER REASON. YOU ALSO CAN NOT TRANSFER YOUR REGISTRATION AFTER OCTOBER 1ST. IF YOU DO NOT PICK UP YOUR SHIRT AT THE EVENT, UNCLAIMED SHIRTS WILL BE SOLD AFTER THE RUN. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT [email protected]
QUESTIONS? EMAIL ME AT [email protected]
FINISHER MEDALS FOR FIRST 200 TO SIGN UP!
NIGHT TIME RACE THROUGH THE TREES & ALONG THE ROADS OF THE FAIRGROUNDS AT NIGHT! PLEASE BRING FLASHLIGHTS OR HEADLAMPS.
FREE ENTRY ($5 VALUE) IO THE HOMETOWN HOCUS POCUS MARKET - SANDERSON SISTERS OF "HOCUS POCUS" PERFORM. SHOPPING, LIVE MUSIC, FOOD, CRAFT DRINKS, TRICK OR TREATING & COSTUME CONTESTS.
AWARDS FOR TOP OVERALL & TOP 3 FINISHERS IN EACH AGE GROUP
"BEST COSTUME" PRIZES. STROLLERS ARE WELCOME! KIDS UNDER 3 ARE FREE.
TIMELINE:
4:30-5:30P - SIGN-IN/REGISTRATION
5:00-9:00P MARKET BEGINS IN INDUSTRIAL BLDG
5:30-8:00P - HAY RIDES ON SOUTH END OF MARKET
5:40 PM - COSTUME CONTESTS & NATIONAL ANTHEM
6:00 PM - RACE STARTS.
AFTER THE RACE: RACE AWARDS & ENJOY THE HOMETOWN HOCUS POCUS MARKET
6:30-7:30 PM - SANDERSON SISTERS AT MARKET!
7:30 PM - SANDERSON SISTERS PERFORM!
COST: 5K: $30 FOR ADULTS, NON-TIMED 3K & KIDS 3-12: $25. UNDER 3 ARE FREE. SHIRTS EXTRA $16 THRU OCT. 13TH. A LIMITED NUMBER OF SHIRTS MAY BE AVAILABLE AFTER THE RACE.
PACKET PICKUP/REGISTRATION IS AT 5:15 PM AT THE EVENT.
PLEASE NOTE: NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN DUE TO WEATHER OR FOR ANY OTHER REASON. YOU ALSO CAN NOT TRANSFER YOUR REGISTRATION AFTER OCTOBER 1ST. IF YOU DO NOT PICK UP YOUR SHIRT AT THE EVENT, UNCLAIMED SHIRTS WILL BE SOLD AFTER THE RUN. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT [email protected]
QUESTIONS? EMAIL ME AT [email protected]
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