Goodwill Halloween Hustle 5K and Walk

Goodwill Halloween Hustle 5K

Get ready to lace up your sneakers, put on your favorite Halloween costume, and join us for the first annual Goodwill Halloween Hustle 5K—a fun, inclusive event for runners, walkers, families, and participants of all abilities.

Whether you're chasing a personal best, enjoying a leisurely walk with friends, or introducing your little ones to their first 5K, there's a place for everyone at the starting line. Costumes are encouraged, creativity is celebrated, and every participant helps make a difference in our community.

Why Participate?

• Support Goodwill: Every registration supports Goodwill of Western and Northern Connecticut's mission of helping people with disabilities and other barriers to employment build skills, find meaningful work, and achieve greater independence.
• Create Opportunities: When you participate in the Halloween Hustle, you’re doing more than crossing a finish line—you’re helping create opportunities that change lives.

Event Highlights

• Chip-Timed 5K: A race for runners chasing a personal best or simply looking for a fun challenge.
• Family-Friendly Walk: Perfect for all ages and fitness levels.
• Inclusive Event: Welcoming participants of all abilities.
• Costume Encouragement: Show off your Halloween spirit with costumes strongly encouraged.
• Custom Awards: For Top Race Finishers.
• Sweet Treats: For All Race Finishers.
• Costume Contest: Compete for exciting prizes and ultimate bragging rights in categories like:
  • Scariest Costume
  • Funniest Costume
  • Best Group Costume
• Festive Atmosphere: Filled with energy, community spirit, and seasonal fun.
• Discount Offer: Each registrant will receive a 30% discount at Goodwill of Western & Northern Connecticut stores to help create the perfect Halloween costume, valid from September 15 through October 18.

Dress Up & Join the Fun!

From superheroes and witches to pirates and dinosaurs, costumes make the Halloween Hustle unforgettable! Come dressed in your Halloween best and compete for costume contest bragging rights while supporting a great cause.

Register Today!

Gather your family, friends, coworkers, or running club and experience one of Connecticut's most fun Halloween traditions!

Run. Walk. Roll. Dress Up. Do Good.

Register for the Goodwill Halloween Hustle