
Jack o Lantern Revenge 5K is a running race on November 8, 2026 in Wilmington, DE, with an entry fee of $30.
From the Organizer
🍁 Celebrate the season with the Jack o' Lantern Revenge 5K in Trolley Square on Saturday, November 8th! Starting at Kelly's Logan House and winding through Conaty Park, this race welcomes runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. Whether you're chasing a personal best or simply enjoying a crisp fall morning, it's the perfect way to come together with the community.
Best of all, every step you take supports The Trauma Survivors Foundation. Proceeds help fund trauma counseling and critical mental health services for first responders, healthcare workers, and survivors, ensuring those impacted by trauma have access to the care they need.
🎶 After the race, join us back at Kelly's Logan House for music, sponsor booths, and a lively post-race celebration in the heart of Wilmington's Trolley Square.
Run for a cause — stay for the celebration!
All proceeds benefit The Trauma Survivors Foundation’s annual Thanksgiving Day Meal, providing a warm holiday meal for police officers and first responders working on Thanksgiving Day.
STUDENT TEAM CHALLENGE!
Students, grab your teammates, classmates, and friends! Create or join a team when you register for the Jack o’ Lantern Revenge 5K.
🎃 The largest student team wins a FREE team lunch immediately after the race!
Schools, sports teams, clubs, and student organizations are all welcome.
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
55°
Typical Low
39°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Wilmington Porter Rsch, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
74 ft
Nearest Airport
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 21 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Jack o Lantern Revenge 5K
Nov 8, 2026