Newton Pride Halloween 5K & Fun Run

👻 Newton Pride Halloween 5K & Fun Run

Get ready to run for your life at the spookiest race in town — the Newton Pride Halloween 5K & Fun Run! Dress up in your best costume and hit the streets for a hauntingly good time. This certified 5K course winds through the heart of Newton, starting and finishing at Newton High School.

🏃‍♂️ Event Details

• Date: Saturday, October 25
• Location: 44 Ryerson Ave, Newton, NJ
• Course: Certified 5K course through Newton
• Start/Finish: At Newton High School

🎃 Fun for Everyone

This fun community-inspired event will be run on our certified course from Newton High School's parking lot through the roads of Ryerson, Plainfield, and Linwood and back to Newton High School. The Newton Pride Foundation is thrilled to welcome you to our FUN RUN!

👕 Costume Party

Don your favorite costume, bask in your favorite alter-persona - It's Halloween! Let's make it a Costume Party as well. Walk or run, have some fun!

🥇 Distance Options

• 5K: For those ready to tackle the full distance!
• 1-Mile Fun Run: Perfect for all ages, including little monsters!
• Fun Run Race: To follow after the 5K.
• Registration: Visit the race page for more information - Race Sign-Up.

🍻 Post-Race Treat

Bonus Treat: Flash your race bib at O’Reilly’s Pub after the race and enjoy a post-run pint on us (21+)! Because nothing says “I survived the 5K” like a cold drink and good company.

🏆 Prizes and Awards

Costumes encouraged. Prizes awarded. Spirits guaranteed.
Support the Newton Pride Education Foundation and run with purpose this Halloween!

• Overall 5K Prizes: All participants have a chance to win!
• Top Finishers: Top three male and female overall finishers receive valuable prizes.
• Age Group Awards: Top 3 in each age group: 11 & under, 12-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, and 40-80+ male and female.