NODA Halloween Freaky 5k
About this race
The NoDaWeen Freaky 5K is a fun run hosted by the NoDa “NBA” – Neighborhood and Business Association. Come run though one of Charlotte’s most historic and spookiest neighborhoods. Participants are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes as prizes will be handed out for best costumes and for fastest runners. A post-run party will be held at Great Wagon Road. This race is great for experienced and beginner runners or walkers and for families, friends, teenagers, kids, and strollers! Well behaved, leashed dogs, are welcome.
Pre-register by Friday, 10/17/2025 and receive a stylish t-shirt with your race package! Youth sizes also available.
As a 501C3 non-profit organization, net proceeds from the Freaky 5K benefit NoDa NBA community projects. For more about the NBA visit noda.org and for race questions please contact Freaky5K@noda.org.
Race Day Details
Race Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025 (rain or shine)
5k Race Start Time: 5pm
Course Description: Relatively flat, small hills, city road terrain and great course for spectators
Packet Pick up:
- Friday, October 24th from 4pm-6pm
- Saturday, October 25th from 3pm – 4:30pm
Prizes and Costume Contest: Starting at 5:45pm at Great Wagon Road Distilling – Prizes for race participants only but spectators are welcome to view the fun! Winners must be present to collect their prizes.
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Freaky 5k
Freaky 5k ( kids 5-12 )
Registration for kids ( 0-12 )
Freaky 5k ( kids 0-4 )
Typical race-day weather
Based on 10 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Charlotte, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 7:37 AM and sets at 6:37 PM local time (EDT) in Charlotte on October 24, 2026 — 10h 59m of daylight.
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