Irchester Spooktacular

Irchester Spooktacular

Irchester Spooktacular is a Halloween themed night time run at Irchester Country Park on 30 October 2026. The event uses established woodland trails and tracks with fully marked routes and marshals in themed costume. Two timed and untimed options are offered, with both runs finishing on the Little Meadow.

Distances:

• 5k race on woodland trails
• 2k Family Fun Run on woodland trails

Online entries are priced at £20 for the 5k and £12 for the 2k. Entry includes a finishers medal for all participants, a bag of Halloween themed chocolates, and free digital event photos. The event provides professional first aid at the start and finish with access across the park, and Race Harborough volunteers will be positioned on course.

Minimum ages for race day entry are 11 years for the 5k and 4 years for the 2k. Children under 11 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Entries and transfer of entries close seven days before the event. The surface is mostly hard packed track and is suitable for road or trail shoes; because the event takes place after dark participants are advised to bring a head torch or small handheld torch. There are parking facilities at Irchester Country Park; parking fees may apply.

The event lists prizes for the top three male and female finishers in the 5k and names local foodbanks as its charity focus for 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.