Alger Heights Halloween 5k
- Date
- October 31, 2026
- Distance
- 5k - Run or Run/Walk
From the Organizer
The Alger Heights Halloween 5k is a volunteer led, neighborhood focused 5k fun run. We are a 'small town in a big city' event that seeks to include all individuals and support the betterment of our local community. From runners seeking their next PR to walkers in costumes all 5k participants are chip timed as the run through the scenic Alger Heights neighborhood during peak fall colors. We are excited to be back for 2026 with our 14th edition on Saturday October 31st and invite you to come run, jog, walk, or stroll in your best costume!
The 5k is just part of a greater neighborhood gathering. Like last year, we will be having a Community Costume Contest - NO RACE REGISTRATION NECESSARY - and we have added the Neighborhood Cheer Contest that is open to everyone living along the route, see below for more details.
To enter the Community Costume Contest, swing by the photo booth (next to registration) to have your picture taken. There will be prizes awarded at 11:30am for the Costume Contest for best individual under 18, best individual over 18, best group (2-3), and best group (4 more) costumes along with a prize for the best Neighborhood cheer section along the course
More details and announcements coming as we get closer to race day - be sure to follow us on Strava, Facebook, and Instagram.
If you have any questions, please reach out to us at algerheights5k@gmail.com.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
54°
Typical Low
34°
Chance of Rain
46%
Based on US Climate Normals data from E Grand Rapids, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Grand Rapids, MI
Population
197,768
as of 2023
Elevation
741 ft
Nearest Airport
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 8 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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- Race
- Alger Heights Halloween 5k
- Date
- October 31, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Alger Heights Halloween 5k?
- Alger Heights Halloween 5k is a running race held in Grand Rapids, Michigan on October 31, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Alger Heights Halloween 5k?
- Saturday, October 31, 2026 in Grand Rapids, Michigan at 2404 Eastern Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Alger Heights Halloween 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Alger Heights Halloween 5k
Oct 31, 2026