Run for Your Life: 5K Run & 1 Mile Fun Run & Trick or Treat Trot

Event Overview

Get ready to run, laugh, and maybe scream a little on Saturday evening October 24th — it’s time for the annual Run for Your Life 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk! This family-friendly fall favorite winds through the haunted Ruby Grant trails, where Halloween surprises lurk around every bend.

Event Highlights

• Costumes: Come in costume and compete for prizes.
• Music: Dance to live DJ music.
• Games: Play games and enjoy treats at the finish line.
• Fun for All: Whether you're racing for time or strolling with friends, this spooky celebration is packed with fun for all ages.

Trick or Treat Trot

This year Norman Parks & Rec is hosting a Trick or Treat trot for youth - this is at the race site but a separate event. 🍬

Volunteer Opportunities

Not a runner but want to be a part of the fun? Check out the volunteer opportunities under the Volunteer tab!

5K Fee Includes

• Race Medal: Fun race medal.
• Race Bib: Custom race bib with timing tag.
• Flashlight: Custom flashlight while supplies last.
• Beer Ticket: One beer ticket for entrants over 21.

All of the Halloween party fun! ADD ON a custom race shirt - details coming soon but you know you'll love it!

One Mile Run/Walk Fee Includes

• Race Medal: Fun race medal.
• Race Bib: Custom race bib.
• Flashlight: Custom flashlight while supplies last.
• Beer Ticket: One beer ticket for entrants over 21.

All of the Halloween party fun! ADD ON a custom race shirt - details coming soon but you know you'll love it!

Important Notice

Warning: The 5k run will be adult-themed and include strobe lights and fog machines. This race is not recommended for people with epilepsy or other sensitivities to light, those with any health conditions, or minors. Please join us for the 1-Mile Run/Walk if you have any concerns.

Series Registration

REGISTER FOR EACH RACE IN THE SERIES! Sign up for the full series to save 20% and be eligible for end‑of‑series awards.

• Shamrock Gold Quest: 5k/1 Mile Fun Run/1 Mile Beer Run - March 14th at Ruby Grant Park.
• The Office Olympics: 5K & Dunder Dash - May 9th at Legacy Park.
• Norman Fourth Fest: Firecracker 5K - July 4th at Legacy Park.
• Run For Your Life: 5k & Trick or Treat Trot 1 Mile - October 24th at Ruby Grant Park.
• Ugly Sweater: Green & Grinchy 5k - December 12th at Legacy Park.

Registration Details

Race Day Registration will close 15 minutes prior to the race start at all races, and payment by credit/debit card only will be accepted for your online onsite registration should spots remain available on race day. Many of the races in our series have been selling out!

Packet Pickup

Kick off race week with us for all races in the series at Beanstalk Coffee & Sno (3408 36th Ave NW, Norman) for pre‑race packet pickup! Keep an eye on the race website and your email for full current details as we get closer.

Race‑day pickup will also be available on site starting one hour before the race, but we strongly encourage everyone to grab packets early prior to race day, to skip race day lines and head to the start line on time.

For more information, visit the official race page.