Howl-o-ween 5k - Schaumburg

Rolling Meadows, United States • 25 Oct 2025

Howl-o-ween 5k - Schaumburg

The Howl-o-ween 5k takes place on October 25, 2025 in Rolling Meadows, IL at Busse Woods Grove 27. The event is Halloween themed and raises support for animal charities; the listed charity partner is Fetching Tails Foundation. The event distance is 5k. Registration is open to ages 3 and up, the listed entry fee is $45, and the price increases after October 23, 2025. Timing and results are provided by J3 Timing.

Event details

Registration includes a short sleeve T-shirt, finisher medal, chip-timed race bib, live results, and finish line treats for humans and dogs. Dogs may run or walk on the course and do not need separate registration; the event requests that dogs be leashed and that owners pick up after their animals. The course is a paved out-and-back on the Busse Woods Trail and is described as generally flat; the route will be open to bikers and pedestrians, with participants asked to keep to the right. Packet pickup is race day only at the event. Awards are given overall male and female and to the top three in listed age groups. Parking is available and car pooling is suggested. A virtual participation option and a 25% discounted multi-race bundle are offered. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 km
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