
From the Organizer
The Hell on Earth Halloween 5k is the most ghoulish race you'll ever run, or at least the most fun, so whether you are a veteran runner or this is your first 5k we’ve got a spooky spot for you to enjoy! Family friendly atmosphere for all ages to enjoy the Hell on Earth Halloween 5k promises to leave you haunted with lots of ghoulish good feelings for the holiday!
Kids under 12yo race for only $25!
All registered racers will receive a custom beanie!
Custom full color commemorative bibs!
All finishers will receive a Hell on Earth Halloween 5k medal!
Special Hell on Earth Halloween 5k treats and drinks at the Start/Finish
Plenty of free parking available!
Costumes highly encouraged!!!
Join us for a 5k romp through the closed road of Forest Park Drive in Queens!
If you are looking for a fun filled 5k to make your debut into the world of road racing, you’ve found the perfect fit!
The Holiday 5k Series includes Hell on Earth Halloween 5k, Gratitude 5k, Jingle Jangle 5k, Love on the Run 5k and Shamrocks & Shenanigans 5k
The Holiday 5k Series participants can check their standings here: The Holiday 5k Series
*Race packet pickup day of race
*See Race Day Schedule below for more information
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Events
Weather
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
61°
Typical Low
47°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from New York Jfk Intl Ap, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
8,516,202
as of 2023
Elevation
55 ft
Nearest Airport
JFK
John F. Kennedy International Airport · 5 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Coming Up
Pinky’s Rock n Rolla
Less than a mile away
Track Morning NYC - Early Bird Special
3 miles away
Planet NY Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K
2 miles away
The New Yorker Half, 10K, and 5K Shake Out
2 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Hell on Earth
Oct 25, 2026