Dare to Scare 5k & Sweet Treat Fun Run

🎃 Event Details

• Date: The race will take place on Saturday, October 25, 2025. Rain or shine event.
• Time: 8:00 a.m. - 5k begins at Coastal Studies Institute (CSI), Fun Run begins at 9:00 a.m. at the Virginia S. Tillett Community Center (VTCC). Check-in will be announced closer to the race. Check-in and late registration at Coastal Studies Institute (CSI). Day of 5k packet pickup will be post race at the Virginia S. Tillett Community Center (VTCC).
• Location: The 5k run/walk will begin at the Coastal Studies Institute 850 NC-345, Wanchese, NC 27981, and finish at the Virginia S. Tillett Community Center, 950 Marshall C. Collins Drive, Manteo, NC 27954. The fun run will begin and finish at the Virginia S. Tillett Community Center.
• Transportation: Pre-race transportation will be provided for runners who choose to park vehicles at the finish line. Rides to CSI will be announced closer to the race. There will be no return trips from the VTCC to CSI.

💰 Entry Fees

• $40.00: If received by September 14, 2025.
• $45.00: From September 15 – October 26, 2025.
• $50.00: If registering during packet pick up or on race day, October 23 & 24, 2025.
• $15.00: For Virtual 5k without shirt, $40.00 for Virtual 5k with shirt. $15.00 for Fun Run without shirt, $40.00 for Fun Run with shirt.

🏅 Participant Information

• Shirt Availability: Shirt availability is not guaranteed unless pre-registered by September 14, 2025. Shirts will be limited for registrations received after September 14, 2025. Shirts may not be available for Race Day registrations. Please pre-register to guarantee a shirt and/or medal.
• Awards: Awards will be given for the top three male and female finishers of the 5k, and top costume contest winners. Medals provided for all participants. Fun Run Participants are guaranteed a race medal, spooky swag and some sweet surprises.
• Virtual Participants: You can complete your run/walk 5k any time from registration until race day. You can submit your official race time on runsignup.com via the event.
• Submission Requirement: Dare County Employees wanting to receive a Wellness Point must submit proof of their 5k completion to crystal.corbin@darenc.gov no later than October 24, 2025 at 11:59 pm, no exceptions.

🎉 Pre-Race Festivities

• Non-Race Participants: 5k Pre-race festivities will be held prior to the 5k Race at CSI. This will be open to all runners and spectators. Fun Run Pre-Race festivities will be held prior to the Fun Run at VTCC.
• Parking Recommendation: It is highly recommended for participants who are driving to park at the finish (Virginia Tillett Community Center/Government Complex lots) and shuttle to the start.
• Drop Off Policy: You may drop a participant off at the start but this may prevent you from seeing your participant reach the finish.
• Traffic Control: You will not be able to leave the Coastal Studies Institute parking lot until the last runner/walker has cleared the area, NO EXCEPTIONS.

📦 Packet Pick Up

• Date: ALL PARTICIPANTS PACKET PICK UP on Friday, October 24, 2025. Please stop by the Virginia Tillett Community Center located at 950 Marshall C. Collins Drive, Manteo, NC between the hours of 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
• Shirt Distribution: If you registered AFTER SEPTEMBER 14, all shirts and swag will be first come, first served.
• Proxy Pickup: If you are having someone else pick up your packet, please email lara.lewis@darenc.gov with your permission and who will be picking up for you.
• Late Pickup: If you cannot pick up your packet on Friday, please check in at the registration table at the 5k start to receive your bib prior to the start of the race.

🕰️ Registration Information

• Online Registration Ends: At 11:59 P.M. ON THURSDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2025. You can still register by paper form in person at the VTCC or start line for $50.00 through race day.
• Registration Times: 5k Registration ends at 7:45 a.m. and Fun Run Registration is from 8:15-8:45 a.m. day of event.

🔗 More Information

• Website: For more information visit: Dare to Scare 5k & Sweet Treat Fun Run