The Body Shop Halloween Trick or Trot 5K is a running race on October 10, 2026 in Hays, KS, with an entry fee of $20.
From the Organizer
🎃👻 The Body Shop Halloween Trick or Trot 5K 👻🎃
Lace up your running shoes, grab your favorite costume, and join us for a spooktacular morning of fitness, fun, and community!
Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or just looking for a fun family activity, the Body Shop Halloween Trick or Trot 5K is for you! Costumes are highly encouraged, and participants of all ages are welcome to run, walk, or trot their way through our Halloween-themed course.
This event isn’t just about crossing the finish line—it’s about bringing our community together while giving back. One-third of the proceeds will be donated to a local veteran's organization to be earmarked for the Veterans Memorial Park.
📅 Event Details
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
Registration: 7:30 AM
Race Start: 9:00 AM
Location: Hays, Kansas (course location coming soon)
Entry Fee: $20 per participant
👻 Event Includes
🎃 Halloween Costume Contest
🏃 5K Run/Walk
🏅 Awards & Prizes
👨👩👧 Family-Friendly Event
🍬 Halloween Treats at the Finish Line
🇺🇸 Support for Veterans Memorial Park
🏆 Awards
Overall Male Champion
Overall Female Champion
Masters Male (40+)
Masters Female (40+)
Best Overall Costume
Funniest Costume
Scariest Costume
Best Group/Family Costume
The BodyShop Spirit Award
Invite your family, friends, coworkers, and neighbors, and make plans to kick off the Halloween season with us! Whether you’re racing for a personal best or simply enjoying the fun in costume, this is an event you won’t want to miss.
🎃 Costumes are encouraged. Smiles are guaranteed.
Follow The Body Shop Hays on Facebook and Instagram for race updates, sponsor announcements, and additional event information.
Run. Walk. Trick or Trot. Support Your Community. 🎃💪
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
73°
Typical Low
45°
Chance of Rain
16%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Hays.
Host City
Population
21,078
as of 2023
City Elevation
2,023 ft
Nearest Airport
HYS
Hays Regional Airport · 4 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
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The Body Shop Halloween Trick or Trot 5K
Oct 10, 2026