In 54 days · Sun, Oct 18, 2026
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When
Sunday, October 18th, 2026
Where
200 Day Island Rd, Eugene OR
Distance
5K
Typical weather
45–63°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
41–64°F
dry
2024
40–59°F
dry
2023
50–66°F
dry
2022
46–70°F
dry
2021
45–57°F
dry
2020
48–68°F
dry
2019
47–60°F
rain
2018
40–73°F
dry
2017
49–69°F
dry
2016
46–55°F
rain
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About this race
Proceeds
- Beneficiary: All event proceeds will benefit ShelterCare.
- About ShelterCare: ShelterCare is a Eugene/Springfield based nonprofit that provides housing and behavioral health services to individuals and families who are experiencing homelessness, or on the verge of becoming homeless.
General Event Details
- Date and Location: On October 18th, ShelterCare will be partnering with Thrill the World Eugene to host a Zombie-themed 5k at 200 Day Island Rd, Eugene, OR!
- Zombie Interaction: Zombies will not touch you, so please do not touch them. All of our zombies are volunteers.
- Child Consideration: Some zombie makeup may be too scary for young children.
- Dogs Policy: Please no dogs, unless service dogs. We do not want any of our zombie friends to get bitten!
Race Participation
- Running or Walking: For this event, you may run or walk!
- Start Line: We encourage runners to line up towards the front of the start line. Strollers are also welcome, please line up towards the back of the start line.
- Timing: There will be a timing chip in your race bib, which will record your start time and end time as you cross the race line!
- Course Accessibility: The race course is fully paved, except for the first 100 feet and the last 100 feet- these are on gravel. Registration and vendor booths are also located on a gravel surface. ADA porta potty will be on-site.
Volunteering
- Volunteer Contact: If you are interested in volunteering at this event, please email us at development@sheltercare.org.
Race Shirts
- Design Announcement: Design announced summer 2026!
Further Information
- Race Link: For more details, visit Race Information Page.
Course map
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