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Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
7656 Ravine Rd, Kalamazoo MI
5K
52–69°F · some rain risk
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2025
56–83°F
dry
2024
52–74°F
dry
2023
61–83°F
dry
2022
37–66°F
dry
2021
63–72°F
rain
2020
38–55°F
dry
2019
53–66°F
rain
2018
52–81°F
dry
2017
62–81°F
dry
2016
53–65°F
dry
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About this race
The Gory Details
For more than 20 years, Haunt Park has been the place where nightmares come to life. As Kalamazoo’s only haunted scream park, we’ve terrified tens of thousands of victims with immersive attractions, relentless monsters, and unforgettable fear. This October, the terror escapes the haunted houses… and comes for you.
Introducing: the inaugural Haunt Park 5K—a race unlike anything you’ve ever experienced.
Date: Saturday, October 3
Location: 7656 Ravine Rd, Kalamazoo, MI
Your journey begins where most people turn back: Psycho Ward. As darkness falls over Kalamazoo Speedway, you’ll run through twisted corridors, haunted pathways, and the shadows surrounding the park. Every step pulls you deeper into the unknown.
Trail: The trail you dare to go down will take you off the pavement and twist you down two tracks and gravel pathways.
Time: The race begins at 7:15 PM, just minutes before sunset, when daylight dies… and the creatures awaken.
Your escape isn’t complete until you’ve conquered the final challenge—a full lap around the legendary Kalamazoo Speedway oval before crossing the finish line in the pit area, where live music, food trucks, and post-race festivities await those fortunate enough to survive.
Bib Pickup: Bib pickup and final registration start at 6:00 PM until the start of the race - or until something gets the volunteers.
Details: This is a chip-timed 5K for runners brave enough to face the darkness. The race is capped at 500 participants, and from there we will use a waitlist.
Your Registration Includes
- Finisher Medal: Official Haunt Park 5K Finisher Medal
- T-shirt: Exclusive Haunt Park 5K T-shirt (guaranteed for registrations received by September 12, 2026)
- Race Bib: Custom collectible Haunt Park haunted race bib
- Awards: Awards for the Overall Male and Female Champions and age-group awards for top finishers in each division
Keep the Nightmare Going
Beginning at 8:00 PM, runners, volunteers, and spectators can continue the terror by purchasing an exclusive 4-Attraction Pass for just $15. Experience all four haunted attractions at a deeply discounted event-only price. You can purchase this Pass when you register or directly from our store.
Think you’ve seen haunted attractions before? You haven’t experienced Haunt Park.
Browse last year’s photos if you dare… but remember, pictures don’t capture what waits for you in the dark.
This event contains intense horror themes and may not be suitable for young children or those sensitive to frightening experiences.
The countdown has begun.
The gates open October 3. The screams begin at sunset. The monsters are waiting.
Will you cross the finish line… or become part of the attraction?
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