Jack-O-Lantern Jaunt 5K 2026

The Jack-O-Lantern Jaunt 5K takes place on October 24, 2026, at Frank Liske Park in Concord, NC. The event offers multiple distance options: a 5K, 3.1 miles, 2K, 1 mile, and a mile fun run/walk. Packet pickup is available Friday, October 23 from 9 am to 4 pm at the Frank Liske Park Office, and Saturday, October 24 from 4 pm to 5:30 pm at the Homebuilder Shelter. The fun run/walk starts at 5 pm and the 5K starts at 5:30 pm. Awards include overall categories (top male and female finishers, master divisions, and grand master divisions) plus top-three placements in age groups ranging from 10 and under through 75 and over for both male and female participants. Best-dressed Halloween outfit awards are given for male and female entrants.