
ITVFD Costume Run & Walk 5k is a running race on October 25, 2026 in Great Meadows, NJ, featuring the 5K distance, with an entry fee of $35.
From the Organizer
🎃🚒 ITVFD Halloween 5K & Open House 🚒🎃
Join the Independence Township Volunteer Fire Department for our very first ITVFD Halloween 5K on Sunday, October 25th at the Field of Dreams, located right across from the firehouse! Whether you’re running for a personal best, walking with family and friends, or showing off your best Halloween costume, this event is all about community, fun, and supporting your local volunteers.
After the race, stick around for our Fire Department Open House featuring:
A chance to explore the firehouse and learn about the department Come out for a fun fall day filled with fitness, Halloween spirit, and community pride while supporting your local volunteer firefighters. Costumes are encouraged, and all ages are welcome!
🔥👟🎃 See you at the starting line!
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
37°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Belvidere Brg, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
876 ft
Nearest Airport
ABE
Lehigh Valley International Airport · 30 mi
Major Hub
EWR
Newark Liberty International Airport · 42 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Days to train
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ITVFD Costume Run & Walk 5k
Oct 25, 2026