NODA Halloween Freaky 5k
NODA Halloween Freaky 5k is a running race on October 24, 2026 in Charlotte, NC, with entry fees from $20 to $45.
- Date
- October 24, 2026 (3 days to go)
- Location
- 610 Anderson St, Charlotte, NC
- Price
- $20–$45
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
The NoDaWeen Freaky 5K is a fun run hosted by the NoDa “NBA” – Neighborhood and Business Association. Come run though one of Charlotte’s most historic and spookiest neighborhoods. Participants are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes as prizes will be handed out for best costumes and for fastest runners. A post-run party will be held at Great Wagon Road. This race is great for experienced and beginner runners or walkers and for families, friends, teenagers, kids, and strollers! Well behaved, leashed dogs, are welcome.
Pre-register by Thursday, 10/15/2026 and receive a stylish t-shirt with your race package! Youth sizes also available.
There will be no same day registration so please make sure you sign up early!
As a 501C3 non-profit organization, net proceeds from the Freaky 5K benefit NoDa NBA community projects. For more about the NBA visit noda.org and for race questions please contact Freaky5K@noda.org.
Race Day Details
Race Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026 (rain or shine)
Start/Finish Location: Great Wagon Road Distillery, 610 Anderson Street, Charlotte, NC 28205
5k Race Start Time: 5:00 pm
Course Description: Relatively flat, small hills, city road terrain and great course for spectators
Parking & Transportation: Parking is limited, so we encourage NoDa and nearby participants to walk, bike, take JUMP transit or the light rail, or use a rideshare service like Uber or Lyft to get to the race. Sugar Creek Station is approximately a 0.5-mile walk from the race start. If you're driving, please carpool when possible and review the parking map to plan ahead.
Packet Pick up: Skip the race day rush and pick up your packet on Friday! As a little bonus, we’ll have free artist-donated goodies and extra swag for early birds, while supplies last. Get your race gear early and snag a little something extra before the spooky fun begins!
- Location: Great Wagon Road Distillery, 610 Anderson Street, Charlotte, NC 28205
- Friday, October 23th from 4pm-6pm
- Saturday, October 24th from 2:30pm – 4pm
Prizes and Costume Contest: Starting at 6:00 pm at Great Wagon Road Distilling – Prizes for race participants only but spectators are welcome to view the fun! Winners must be present to collect their prizes.
Events
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race day
Saturday, 10/24
High
64°
Low
42°
Conditions
Sunny
Chance of Rain
0%
Wind
7 to 12 mph
About Charlotte, NC
Population
886,283
as of 2023
City Elevation
651 ft
Nearest Airport
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 7 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- NODA Halloween Freaky 5k
- Date
- October 24, 2026
- Location
- 610 Anderson St, Charlotte, NC
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NODA Halloween Freaky 5k
Oct 24, 2026