Event Name: Ghost, Goblins, & Ghouls Spooktacular 5K & Scarecrow Sprint
Event Date: Saturday, October 28, 2017
Start time:
Scarecrow Sprint Fun Run: 3 PM
5K: 4 PM
Address
The Barn @ One Loudoun, 20450 Savin Hill Dr, Ashburn, VA 20147
Fees
5K:
$25 through September 15
$30 through September 16 – October 15
$35 October 16 – October 26
$20 - ages 18 & under at all times
$25 at packet pick up & race day (October 27 & 28: Note: $25 No shirt, if shirts are available, $35)
$10 – Scarecrow Sprint
$12 – Scarecrow Sprint at packet pick up & race day (October 27 & 28)
Registration Closing Date – October 26, 2017 @ Noon
Brief Description
With Halloween in the air, come run the 8th running of the Ghost, Goblins & Ghouls Spooktacular 5k & Scarecrow Sprint Fun Run at: The Barn @ One Loudoun in Ashburn, VA on Saturday, October 28, 2017 with a 4 PM 5k race start (3 PM Scarecrow Sprint Fun Run start).
This event will center on the “spooktacular” theme of Halloween and incorporate a costume contest, Halloween themed entertainment, trick or treating, Halloween activities, and MORE!
​Runners are encouraged to run in costume and enter the costume contest after the race! All runners registered by October 25 are guaranteed to receive a technical long sleeve race t-shirt and a Halloween trick or treat bag full of goodies.
The 8th annual Ghost 5k will encourage kids to get moving and shine a spotlight on healthy activities, while raising funds for Kids Run the Nation, a non-profit concentrating on the importance of healthy living, good eating habits, and exercise for children through the sport of running.
Finisher’s medals to ALL Runners!
Make it more fun with a Team Challenge!
Form a team to represent a family, company or a group of friends and compete against other teams! Register individuals as a team separately and list the team name when asked. Team name must be exactly the same for each team member. Teams consist of at least 4 & must include at least 1 female and 1 male. Top 4 finishers times will be combined to determine the team's time. Top 2 overall teams will win an award. Add to the FUN & dress up in a team theme costume & enter the costume contest!
5K Course
3.1 mile will start and finish at The Barn @ One Loudoun, 20451 Savin Hill Dr, Ashburn, VA and take you through the neighborhood streets of One Loudoun. 5K course will be open for 60 min.
Scarecrow Sprint Fun Run
Recommended for kids 8 and under Kids will be divided into running heats according to their age. For example: 2 yrs old & under with parents, 3 & 4 yr olds parents optional, 5 & 6 yr olds, and 7 & 8 yr olds. Distance for each age group heat will be longer as kids grow older, distance from approximately 25 yards to 400 yards. Each participant will receive a finisher’s keepsake upon crossing the finish line. Limited to 150 kids! Register NOW!
Packet Pick Up/Race Day Regisstration
Located at The Barn @ One Loudoun, 20451 Savin Hill Dr, Ashburn, VA
Friday, October 27: 4 PM – 7 PM
Saturday, October 28: 1:30 PM – 3:55 PM – Please plan to arrive early and enjoy pre-race activities of music and fun.
Event Activities:
Please be sure to join us after the race for prizes, a costume contest, Scarecrow Sprint and MORE!
Awards
Awards will be awarded to the overall male and overall female, second place overall male and second place overall female and to the top two male and female finishers in the following age groups: 10 and under, 11–12, 13– 14, 15-18, 19–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, and 70+
Race Beneficiary
With a Halloween in the air, this event will shine a spotlight on healthy activities, and raise funds for Kids Run the Nation, a non-profit concentrating on the importance of healthy living, good eating habits, and exercise for children through the sport of running.