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Saturday, October 17th, 2026
Anthracite Outdoor Adventure Area, Coal Township PA
5K
46–62°F · low rain risk
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2025
37–56°F
dry
2024
35–55°F
dry
2023
44–57°F
dry
2022
45–61°F
dry
2021
45–57°F
dry
2020
35–54°F
dry
2019
45–50°F
dry
2018
39–55°F
dry
2017
36–56°F
dry
2016
54–73°F
dry
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About this race
Join Us for the 3rd Annual Zombie 5K & Monster Dash!
Hosted by Cub Scout Pack 3254 of Shamokin, this spooky and spirited fall fundraiser is back and better than ever!
Event Location
AOAA 4100 State Route 125, Coal Township, PA 17866
Date & Time
- Date: Saturday October 17th
- Registration Opens: 4 PM
- 5K Race Start: 5:30 PM
- Monster Dash (for kids): 6:20 PM
- Awards Ceremony: 6:30 PM (following Monster Dash)
The 5K Zombie Run
- Registration Fee: $30 pre-registration
- Day-of Registration: $35 (cash, check, or Venmo)
- T-shirt: Free Zombie 5k T-shirt with pre-registration
- Awards: Medals for top 3 male/female finishers in each age group
Free Monster Dash for all Kids!
- Eligibility: Kids of all ages are welcome to join in the fun at no cost.
- Pre-registration: No pre-registration required — just show up!
- Open to: All children present
- Time: 6:20pm at the Finish Line
Extras
- Food: Snacks available for purchase (hot dogs, goodies & more!)
- T-shirts: Professionally designed event T-shirts featuring our custom Cub Scout Zombie Scout logo
- Family Fun: A fun-filled evening for the whole family — costumes encouraged!
Want to Sponsor the Event?
- Support: Support local youth and promote your business!
- Sponsorship: Helps cover event costs and enrich the Cub Scout program all year long.
- More Info: Sponsor info here: Sponsor information.
- Nonprofit Status: Cub Scout Pack 3254 is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
Join Us!
Mark your calendars, invite your crew, and get ready for an unforgettable evening of frightful fun, fitness, and family memories! Register here!
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