From the Organizer
🎃 Trick or Trail 5K 🕸️
📍 Location: Collyar Park, Laurens, SC
🕗 Date & Time: October 17th, 8:00 a.m.
👻 Costumes Welcome!
Get ready for a spooktacular run through the heart of Laurens! The Trick or Trail 5K is a Halloween-themed adventure that blends road racing with trail running—and a whole lot of fun.
The race kicks off in Collyar Park, where ghosts, goblins, and ghouls of all speeds take off down the road to stretch out the pack. After a fast and spirited start, runners will veer into the winding trails of the Joe R. Adair Outdoor Education Center, where nature meets mystery. Expect twists, turns, and maybe a few surprises lurking in the woods!
Once you’ve conquered the trails, it’s back to the pavement for a fast finish that rockets you back into Collyar Park—just in time to cross the line with flair. Costumes are encouraged, and prizes will be awarded for creativity, speed, and spirit!
Whether you're chasing a PR or just out for a hauntingly good time, the Trick or Trail 5K is the perfect way to celebrate the season. Run it. Walk it. Rock it in costume. Just don’t miss it!
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
74°
Typical Low
49°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Laurens.
Host City
About Laurens, SC
Nearest Airport
GSP
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport · 30 mi
Major Hub
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 78 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Trick or Trail 5k?
- Trick or Trail 5k is a running race held in Laurens, South Carolina on October 17, 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 Trick or Trail 5k?
- Saturday, October 17, 2026 in Laurens, South Carolina at 100 Collyar Park Dr.. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Trick or Trail 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Trick or Trail 5k
Oct 17, 2026