Neighborhood House Scare Away Hunger 5K | 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk

Event Overview

Join us on Sunday, October 4, 2026! Help Neighborhood House "Scare Away Hunger" by participating in this one-of-a-kind fun run/walk! Scare Away Hunger is a unique, annual event that adds a creative twist to a traditional running event, while helping our community! Participants are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes and dress up their pets! Proceeds from this event will help our neighbors facing food insecurity and during times of hardship. Whether you are a casual walker or a running enthusiast, join us in helping Neighborhood House envision a community of neighbors helping neighbors on the path towards self-sustainability.

Race Details

• Date: October 4, 2026
• Location: Rochester Municipal Park, Rochester, MI
• URL: Race Registration

5K Run/Walk

Cost: $40/runner - you will receive

• Timing: Professional timing
• Bib: Runner bib
• Apparel: T-shirt
• Medal: Finishers medal
• Snacks: Finish line snacks
• Pancake Breakfast: CONTINUING THIS YEAR!

Family Fun Run/Walk

Cost: $15/person - you will receive:

• Bib: Runner bib
• Award: Participation award
• Snacks: Finish line snacks
• Pancake Breakfast: CONTINUING THIS YEAR!

Spectator Pancake Breakfast

Cost: $5/person - you will receive:

• Breakfast: Pancake breakfast

Packet Pick-Up

Times: Friday, October 2nd: 4PM-7PM
Location: Neighborhood House Main Office | 1720 South Livernois | Rochester

Race Day Schedule

• On-site Packet Pick-Up: 8:00-9:00 AM
• 5K Run/Walk Start: 9:00 AM
• Family Fun Run Start: Immediately following 5K race start
• Children's Activities: Available after the Family Fun Run

Food Donation

As you lace up for our 5K/family fun run, remember to bring a can of food with you on race day. Your donation will help stock the shelves of the Neighborhood House Food Pantry. One small can can make a big difference – let’s turn our steps into sustenance for those who need it most. Together, we can outrun hunger!

Costume Guidelines

* Participants (and their pets) are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes! Costumes must be family-friendly and may not be obstructive, offensive, objectionable or violent. Costumes may not contain any weapons that resemble or could easily be mistaken for an actual weapon. Costumes may not contain sharp objects, pointed objects or materials. Costumes may not drag on the ground.

Weather Policy

The race takes place rain or shine. Only severe weather and/or lightning will result in delay or cancellation.