Bath Area Family YMCA Haunted Hustle 5K Walk Run & Kids Fun Run

Haunted Hustle 5K & Kids Fun Run

Date & Location

• Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
• Location: Bath Area Family YMCA, 303 Centre St, Bath, ME
• URL: YMCA Haunted Hustle Registration

Event Overview

• Ghoulish Fun: Get ready for a ghoulishly good time at the Haunted Hustle 5K Walk/Run and Kids Fun Run at the Bath YMCA!
• All Ages: Whether you're chasing a new personal record or just out for some spooky fun, this community favorite is perfect for all ages and fitness levels.
• Proceeds: All proceeds support YMCA programs.

Activities

• 5K Run: Lace up your sneakers (and your costume!) for a scenic, family-friendly 5K around Bath.
• Costume Prizes: Prizes for best costumes, fastest times in Age Groups, and more!
• Kids Fun Run: Kids can join in the excitement with their very own Fun Run, approximately .25 miles, with options to run up to a full mile.
• Fundraising: Join as a FUNDRAISER! The participant who raises the most money for the YMCA Haunted Hustle 5K will receive the Top Fundraiser Award!

Community Impact

Every dollar raised helps support YMCA programs, financial assistance, youth development, healthy living, and community outreach programs that ensure everyone has access to the Y, regardless of their ability to pay.

Post-Race Activities

• Harvest Festival: Stick around for our annual Fall Family Harvest Festival, from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM.
• Activities: We will have open swim, bounce houses, activities, healthy treats, and much more!
• Costumes Encouraged: Costumes are highly encouraged — prizes await the best-dressed ghouls and goblins!

Registration Information

• Shirts: 5K Shirts will not be provided for day of registrants and are guaranteed only to those that register before October 5th.
• Pre-registration: Pre-registration closes at 4pm on Friday, October 23.
• Day of Registration: Day of registration will be available for an extra fee.

Race Day Schedule – Saturday, October 24

• 8:00 AM: Race Day Registration & Pre-Registration Check-in Opens
• 9:00 AM: Haunted Hustle 5K Start
• 9:45 AM: Awards Ceremony
• 10:00 AM: Kids Fun Run

Packet Pickup Details

• Date: Friday, October 23
• Time: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
• Location: Bath YMCA Welcome Center (303 Centre Street, Bath, ME 04530)
• Included: 5K packet includes your race bib, shirt (if pre-registered before 10/5), and other event goodies: Kids packet includes a bag of ghoulish surprises!

Day of Pricing

• 5K Runner: $45
• 5K Walker: $40
• Kids Fun Run: $20

Day of Payment Methods: Cash or Check is preferred. Venmo and credit/debit cards will also be accepted.

Route Information

• Familiarize yourself with the 5K Route: HERE
• Familiarize yourself with the Kids Fun Run Route: HERE