Brookfield's 30th Annual 5K Halloween Run Is Oct. 30

BROOKFIELD, CT — The town's 30th Annual 5K Halloween Run kicks off Sunday, Oct. 30 at 10 a.m.

This USATF certified 5K will begin/end at the Brookfield Municipal Center, 100 Pocono Road, in Brookfield. The chip-timed race features short sleeve dri-fit T's to first 150 registered, awards to top runners in nine age groups (8 and under; 9-13,14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+), prizes for best costumes, post-race raffle and refreshments. Walkers are also welcome, and costumes are encouraged.

Registration is online here, and closes at noon on Oct. 28. There will be no race day registration. Packet pick up begins at 8:30 a.m. race day. The pre-registration fee is $30 and must be received by noon on Oct. 28.

The 5K Halloween Run is the final event in the “Four Seasons Challenge Series.” Runners who register for and complete all four races (New Year’s Day Run for Sight 4-Miler; We Care Mother’s Day 5K, Brookfield Lions Club JDRF Strides to Cure Diabetes 5-Miler and the 5K Halloween Run) will receive a commemorative gift to be distributed following the Halloween Run.