In 19 days · Sat, Oct 24, 2026
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When
Saturday, October 24th, 2026
Where
69 S River St, Janesville WI
Distances
5K · 1 Mile
Typical weather
41–56°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years
2025
30–50°F
dry
2024
37–61°F
rain
2023
59–75°F
dry
2022
64–71°F
rain
2021
36–53°F
rain
2020
28–42°F
dry
2019
36–48°F
dry
2018
32–50°F
dry
2017
43–48°F
rain
2016
41–54°F
dry
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Race-day forecast says layers
41°F at the start.
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About this race
Downtown Janesville Zombie Run
Join us for a spooky and fun Zombie Run in Downtown Janesville!
Saturday, October 24th, 5:30 pm on BHCCU Festival Street
A night full of spooky fun - Check It Out!
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Spooky Cool Event Shirt & Finisher Medal
- Sign up by Oct. 2nd to guarantee an event shirt.
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Costume Contest
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Dress up in your scariest zombie costume for a chance to win some great prizes
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Well-behaved dogs are encouraged to participate
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Best costume prizes will be awarded to:
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Best adult male and female
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Best child male and female
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Best Group
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Best Dog Costume
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Photo-Ops with The Ghostbusters
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Beer Tent featuring beer, hard seltzers, and non-alcoholic beverages for purchase
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Music by DJ Lalo
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Check out the 20ft Super Moon to light up the night in Towne Square!
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