Howl‑O‑Ween Hustle 5K

Get ready for a spooktacular morning of fun at the Halloween 5K  at Michael Buchanon Park in Bowling Green, KY! Dress up in your best costume and join runners, walkers, families, and ghouls of all ages for a festive morning on the trails. The course winds through the beautiful park, offering a perfect blend of fall scenery and Halloween spirit.

Prizes will be awarded for top finishers as well as best costumes, so bring your creativity along with your running shoes! Whether you’re chasing a new personal best or just out for some Halloween fun, this event is perfect for all ages and experience levels.

After the race, stick around for post-race treats, music, and a frightfully good time with the Bowling Green running community.

Highlights:

Scenic 5K course at Michael Buchanon Park in Bowling Green, KY
Costume contest with fun prizes
Family-friendly, stroller and walker welcome
Post-race celebration with treats and music

Proceeds from this event will be donated to Bowling Green FOP Lodge #13 Shop With A Cop program. 

Lace up, light up, and let’s make this a Halloween to remember

If you would like to be one of our sponsors please reach out to Openroadracemanagement@gmail.com for proper forms. 

Join fellow runners on October 31, 2026 for the Howl‑O‑Ween Hustle 5K. It's a fantastic 5K, 1K, 10K featuring a flat and fast course in Bowling Green.