Run for Your Life Race at Robinson Lake - 5K and Haunted Fun Walk/Run

Run for Your Life Race Returns to Lake Robinson!

After an incredible first year, the Run for Your Life Race at Robinson Lake, hosted by Hobart Parks and Events is BACK — and bigger, scarier, and more fun than ever! Join us for our 2nd Annual nighttime Halloween race experience at Robinson Lake Park.

Whether you're racing for a personal best, walking with family, or just showing off your costume, this event is packed with spooky fun for all ages. Choose between our Family Fun Walk/ Run, competitive 5K Race, or Haunted Trail walk as the trail of Robinson Lake come alive after dark.

Event Details:

• Date: October 24th, 2026
• Time: 5 PM - Registration Check In
• 6 PM: Family Fun Walk/Run
• 6:30 PM: 5K Race
• 7:00 PM: Haunted Trail Opens to walkers

Location:

Robinson Lake Park located at 5240 S. Liverpool Rd. Hobart, Indiana 46323

Run Details:

• Family Fun Walk/Run: A fun, non-timed experience for all ages and skill levels. Pick up fun glow items along the trail and take fun photo ops with the family! This is a non-paved route around Robinson Lake.
• 5K Race: A timed run including a bib and chip for those looking for a challenge. We’ll give a prize for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place fastest runners!
• Awards: Awards will be given for top runners in each age group for the 5K Race: 18-20, 21-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+.
• Medals: For all pre-registered runners. Pick up your medal for finishing either the Family Fun Walk/Run or 5K Race. Race day on-site registration will be available but only a limited number of race day shirts and finisher medals will be available.

Shirts:

Tee shirts will be available for purchase both during registration ($15) or on the day of the race ($20).

Restrictions:

No dogs, strollers, bicycles, in-line skates, scooters, or wheeled vehicles are allowed on the course.

Haunted Trail:

After our 5K race finishes up, our spooky trail will open to walkers and those looking for a thrillful night walk. The trail is roughly 1 mile around Lake Robinson full of scare characters, creepy scenes, and photo ops!

Costume Contest:

We will have awards for most creative costume and scariest costume! 4 winners total, 1 child and 1 adult per category. Come dressed in your best!

Join Us!

Come for the Run, Stay for the Fun! Join us for a spook-tacular evening of running, costumes, and fun at Robinson Lake Park. We can't wait to see you there!

Thank you to our sponsors:

Interested in being a sponsor and supporting this great cause? Contact us at hobartevents@cityofhobart.org

More Information:

For further details, please visit the official race page: Run for Your Life Race at Robinson Lake