Halloween 5K, Kids Dash Set At Moraine Valley, Costumes Encouraged

PALOS HILLS, IL — Dress up the kids, wear a mask and lace up your running shoes for the Halloween 5K run/walk and Kids Dash on Saturday, Oct. 28. There's still time to sign up for the tenth annual 5K starting at 9 a.m. at Moraine Valley Community College, 9000 W. College Parkway, Palos Hills

Participants can walk or run the officially timed 5K (3.1 mile) path throughout campus. The Kid’s Dash will start at 10:15 a.m. for children 3 to 12 years old. All pre-registered participants will receive a T-shirt. Costumes are encouraged.

Runners/walkers can sign their children up for the Little Pumpkins’ Patch, a free area open during and after the race that includes pumpkin decorating and various Halloween activities.

Awards will be given for top finishers in various age categories as well as for best costumes for kids and adults.

Registration is $40 for community members and $30 for Moraine Valley students/employees. The Kid’s Dash is $10. Anyone who wants to register their child for the Pumpkins’ Patch must be signed up for the race. Packet pickup will take place on Friday, Oct. 27, 3 to 7 p.m. and on race morning, 7:30 to 9 a.m.

Proceeds from the event will go to the Moraine Valley Foundation, which provides scholarships to students. For additional information or to register, visit Moraine Valley Fit Rec Halloween 5K.