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Scary Rat Race

Name: Scary Rat Race
Start: 2026-10-11
End: 2026-10-11
Location: Wall Township

Wall Township, United States • 11 Oct 2026

Scary Rat Race

Scary Rat Race is scheduled for October 11, 2026, in Farmingdale, New Jersey, with the course starting and ending at the Spring Meadow Golf Course. The event is organized as a trail run on golf course property.

The primary event is a 4 Miles trail run that is 100% off road. The race uses hand held timing and is described as a fun run. All finishers receive a gift.

Registration is listed as opening on April 25, 2026 and closing on October 11, 2026. The registration fee is shown as $0.00.

Merchandise and commemorative items are available in connection with the event. Commemorative cooler bags and "Rat Race" t-shirts are mentioned, and additional wearable items are offered for purchase. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States New Jersey Wall Township

Race information

Website

4 mi

4-Miles

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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