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When
Saturday, October 17th, 2026
Where
2000 W. Lakeway Rd, Gillette WY
Distances
5K
Typical weather
36–56°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
40–60°F
dry
2024
39–62°F
dry
2023
47–71°F
dry
2022
35–60°F
dry
2021
37–55°F
dry
2020
25–49°F
rain
2019
45–71°F
dry
2018
36–58°F
dry
2017
43–71°F
dry
2016
42–55°F
rain
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About this race
Event Overview
- Date: October 17, 2026
- Location: 2000 W. Lakeway Rd, Gillette, WY
- Race Type: 5K Fun Run
- More Info: Gillette Ghostly Gallop
Course Description
- Start/Finish: First United Methodist Church parking lot
- Route: Head east on Lakeway Road towards Sage Valley Junior High
- Left Turn: On Harder Drive to run in front of Sage Valley Junior High
- Hill Climb: Follow West Boxelder Road to South Burma Avenue
Kids Run
- Event: Separate Kids Run
- Route: Circle around the church grounds
- Path: Utilizing the church driveways to the north and south
- Encouragement: Fun activity for younger participants
Registration Details
- Entry Fee: Includes a T-shirt
- Discount: Pre-register by October 16
- Save: Receive a $5 discount on early registration
- Costumes: Encouraged but not required
Course map
Hotels for race weekend
Live prices near the start line, Oct 16 – 18, 2026.
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