The Haunt Park 5K: Run If You Dare
The Haunt Park 5K: Run If You Dare is a running race on October 3, 2026 in Kalamazoo, MI, with an entry fee of $40.
- Date
- October 3, 2026 (67 days to go)
- Location
- 7656 Ravine Rd, Kalamazoo, MI
- Price
- $40
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
The Gory Details
For more than 20 years, Haunt Park has been the place where nightmares come to life. As Kalamazoo’s only haunted scream park, we’ve terrified tens of thousands of victims with immersive attractions, relentless monsters, and unforgettable fear. This October, the terror escapes the haunted houses… and comes for you.
Introducing the inaugural Haunt Park 5K—a race unlike anything you’ve ever experienced.
On Saturday, October 3, you’ll get an exclusive first look inside Haunt Park before opening night. Your journey begins where most people turn back: Psycho Ward. As darkness falls over Kalamazoo Speedway, you’ll run through twisted corridors, haunted pathways, and the shadows surrounding the park. Every step pulls you deeper into the unknown.
The race begins at 7:15 PM, just minutes before sunset, when daylight dies… and the creatures awaken.
Your escape isn’t complete until you’ve conquered the final challenge—a full lap around the legendary Kalamazoo Speedway oval before crossing the finish line in the pit area, where live music, food trucks, and post-race festivities await those fortunate enough to survive.
This is a chip-timed 5K for runners brave enough to face the darkness.
Your Registration Includes:
🎃Official Haunt Park 5K Finisher Medal
🎃Exclusive Haunt Park 5K T-shirt (guaranteed for registrations received by September 12, 2026)
🎃Custom collectible Haunt Park haunted race bib
🎃Awards for the Overall Male and Female Champions
🎃Age-group awards for top finishers in each division
Keep the Nightmare Going
Beginning at 8:00 PM, runners, volunteers, and spectators can continue the terror by purchasing an exclusive 4-Attraction Pass for just $15. Experience all four haunted attractions at a deeply discounted event-only price. You can purchase this Pass when you register or directly from our store.
Think you’ve seen haunted attractions before? You haven’t experienced Haunt Park.
Browse last year’s photos if you dare… but remember, pictures don’t capture what waits for you in the dark.
This event contains intense horror themes and may not be suitable for young children or those sensitive to frightening experiences.
The countdown has begun.
The gates open October 3.
The screams begin at sunset.
The monsters are waiting.
Will you cross the finish line… or become part of the attraction?
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
67°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
42%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Kalamazoo Battle Ck Intl Ap, 12 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Kalamazoo, MI
Population
73,132
as of 2023
City Elevation
763 ft
Nearest Airport
AZO
Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport · 4 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 41 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at The Haunt Park 5K: Run If You Dare, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
67
Days to train
- Race
- The Haunt Park 5K: Run If You Dare
- Date
- October 3, 2026
- Location
- 7656 Ravine Rd, Kalamazoo, MI
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The Haunt Park 5K: Run If You Dare
Oct 3, 2026