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Palos Hills: Moraine Valley Hosts Halloween 5K on October 31
Moraine Valley Community College hosts its 13th annual Halloween 5K and Kid’s Dash on Oct. 31. Learn about registration, costume awards, and race details.
By Country Herald Staff · 2026-09-05T23:11:36.428Z
Palos Hills, IL – Moraine Valley Community College is set to host its 13th annual Halloween 5K and Kid’s Dash on Saturday, Oct. 31. The event will take place on the college campus located at 9000 W. College Parkway, with the main race scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. Participants have the option to either run or walk the 3.1 mile path, which is chip timed for accuracy as it winds through the grounds of the institution. In addition to the main race, a Kid’s Dash is scheduled to start at 10:15 a.m., catering specifically to children between the ages of 3 and 12.
According to official details released by the college https://www.morainevalley.edu/2026/08/28/run or walk the halloween 5k enjoy festive family activities at moraine valley 2/ , this holiday event encourages participants to wear costumes, with awards designated for the best individual and group attire. Top finishers in various age categories will also receive recognition. For families attending the event, a dedicated, supervised area called the Little Pumpkins Patch will be available to provide free activities for children during and after the race, though parents must register their children for this area alongside their own race sign up.
Registration fees are tiered based on participant status. General community members and alumni can register for $35, while current Moraine Valley students and employees receive a discounted rate of $25. The Kid’s Dash registration is priced at $10. Organizers noted that prices will increase by $5 on Aug. 31, followed by another $5 increase on Oct. 1, with a final $5 price hike occurring on race day. Pre registered participants are guaranteed to receive an event T shirt.
Proceeds generated from the festivities will support the Moraine Valley Foundation, which provides scholarships to students. The event is organized by the Moraine Valley Health, Fitness & Recreation Center in partnership with the foundation. Additionally, the college is offering sponsorship opportunities for the event ranging from $100 to $1,500. Those seeking more information or looking to secure a registration spot can visit the event website https://www.morainevalley.edu/2026/08/28/run or walk the halloween 5k enjoy festive family activities at moraine valley 2/ . Media inquiries regarding the event should be directed to Maura Vizza at 708 974 5742 or via email at VizzaM@morainevalley.edu.
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