Jack-O-Lantern Jaunt 5K
- Date
- October 24, 2026
- Location
- 4001 Stough Road, CONCORD, NC
- Distance
- 1 Mile · 5K
- Price
- $10–$20
From the Organizer
The 25nd Annual Jack O' Lantern Jaunt 5K is back at Frank Liske Park. Enjoy a race through the park on a fall Halloween Eve as the sun is setting.
Packet Pickup will be held on Friday, October 23, 2026 (Frank Liske Park Office) 9 am - 4 pm and Saturday, October 24 (Homebuilder Shelter) from 4:00 pm -5:30 pm. Fun Run will start at 5:00 pm and the 5k will start at 5:30 pm.
Race Day Registration will be held on Saturday October 24, 2026 beside the Homebuilder Shelter.
Overall Awards: Top Overall Male, Overall Female, Master Male, Master Female, Grand Master Male, Grand Master Female.
Individual Awards to the top 3 finisher in the following age groups for Male and Female: 10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 and over.
Award for the best dressed "Halloween Outfit" for male and female
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
72°
Typical Low
44°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Concord, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About CONCORD, NC
City Elevation
620 ft
Nearest Airport
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 24 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- Jack-O-Lantern Jaunt 5K
- Date
- October 24, 2026
- Location
- 4001 Stough Road, CONCORD, NC
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Jack-O-Lantern Jaunt 5K?
- Jack-O-Lantern Jaunt 5K is a running race held in CONCORD, North Carolina on October 24, 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 Jack-O-Lantern Jaunt 5K?
- Saturday, October 24, 2026 in CONCORD, North Carolina at 4001 Stough Road. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Jack-O-Lantern Jaunt 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Jack-O-Lantern Jaunt 5K
Oct 24, 2026