Howl‑O‑Ween Hustle 5K
- Date
- October 31 – November 1, 2026
- Distance
- 5k Run/Walk · 1k Kids Run · 5K Virtual & more
From the Organizer
Get ready for a spooktacular morning of fun at the Halloween 5K at Michael Buchanon Park in Bowling Green, KY! Dress up in your best costume and join runners, walkers, families, and ghouls of all ages for a festive morning on the trails. The course winds through the beautiful park, offering a perfect blend of fall scenery and Halloween spirit.
Prizes will be awarded for top finishers as well as best costumes, so bring your creativity along with your running shoes! Whether you’re chasing a new personal best or just out for some Halloween fun, this event is perfect for all ages and experience levels.
After the race, stick around for post-race treats, music, and a frightfully good time with the Bowling Green running community.
Highlights:
Scenic 5K course at Michael Buchanon Park in Bowling Green, KY
Costume contest with fun prizes
Family-friendly, stroller and walker welcome
Post-race celebration with treats and music
Proceeds from this event will be donated to Bowling Green FOP Lodge #13 Shop With A Cop program.
Lace up, light up, and let’s make this a Halloween to remember
If you would like to be one of our sponsors please reach out to Openroadracemanagement@gmail.com for proper forms.
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
66°
Typical Low
42°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Bowling Green Warren Co Ap.
Host City
About Bowling Green, KY
Population
73,638
as of 2023
Elevation
526 ft
Nearest Airport
BNA
Nashville International Airport · 60 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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145
Days to train
- Race
- Howl‑O‑Ween Hustle 5K
- Date
- October 31 – November 1, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Howl‑O‑Ween Hustle 5K?
- Howl‑O‑Ween Hustle 5K is a running race held in Bowling Green, Kentucky 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 Howl‑O‑Ween Hustle 5K?
- Saturday, October 31, 2026 in Bowling Green, Kentucky at 9222 Nashville Rd, Bowling Green, KY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Howl‑O‑Ween Hustle 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Howl‑O‑Ween Hustle 5K
Oct 31, 2026