Haunted Halloween Hustle 2026

The race.

The Haunted Halloween Hustle takes place on October 31, 2026, in Goshen, Indiana, with four distances: a 1-mile walk, 3.1-mile 5K, 6.2-mile 10K, and 13.1-mile half marathon. All courses start and finish at Abshire Park and follow the paved Pumpkinvine Trail on an out-and-back route. Finisher medals are awarded to all participants, with overall and age-group awards for timed distances and costume awards in eight categories. Race-day registration occurs from 6:45–8:15 a.m. at the park pavilion, with early packet pickup available Wednesday, October 28 (4:30–6 p.m. at Fleet Feet Mishawaka) and Friday, October 30 (4–6 p.m. at Abshire Park). A "Dawn Patrol" option begins at 8 a.m. for half-marathon participants needing extra time. Optional performance shirts are available for $16 if ordered by October 10, with vintage shirts sold on-site for $5. Refreshments including pretzels, hot cocoa, soup, coffee, and fruit are provided at the finish. The race benefits local families with special needs.