Cats & Bats Haunted 5K

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For 8 years, this has been the race of choice for your pre-Halloween fun! The famous Cats & Bats 5K is once again in ABERDEEN! Spend your #HalloweeninAberdeenSATURDAY, October 26th – 8:00 am start time. USATF Certified Course – view map here

Location: Festival Park, Aberdeen, MD

We are planning for a Group, In-Person 5K and also have a Virtual 5K component. The virtual component is in place for anyone who is non-local, will not be able to attend the live race, or is not comfortable racing in a group environment.

Packet pickup will begin on race morning at 6:30 am, under the pavilion.
Early packet pickup will be announced as we get cl

Race Fees
5K – Live Run or Walk – $30 per person (through August 31, 2024 – includes chip timing, shirt, and race medal, post race food and drinks, awards for overall & age group winners. Price increase to $35/per person September 1, 2024

Virtual 5K Race – $35 per person – if you can’t attend the race but want the swag & brag, sign up for the virtual race! Complete the distance on your day, your place, your time. Race bib, shirt, and medal will be mailed to all virtual race participants.

One Mile Fun Run – $20 per person – for those who want to join in the fun but don’t want to do the distance! Race shirt included. Price increase to $25 starting September 1

This is a Rain or Shine event! No refunds will be offered for this event.