The Spooktacular 5k Presented by the Build a Spartan Foundation 2026 — Throop, PA

Date
October 31, 2026
Location
Throop, PA
Venue
52 Underwood Road
Start Time
9:00 AM
Sunrise
7:33 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00 – $35.00
Events
5k Run, 2mi walk, Trunk or Treat
Includes
Unisex Tech Shirt
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The Spooktacular 5k Presented by the Build a Spartan Foundation takes place at 52 Underwood Road in Throop, Pennsylvania on October 31, 2026. The event offers 1-mile and 2-mile distances and includes both running and walking. Entry prices range from $0.00 to $35.00, with a typical start time of 9:00 AM.

From the Race Organizer
The Build a Spartan Foundation invites you and your families to join us for a spooky good time at the Mid Valley High School grounds on Saturday, October 31st. This 3rd Annual 5k Run & 2 Mile Walk will begin with day of registration and packet pickup at 7:30am. The run and walk will be at 9am with the awards being presented immediately following the finish of the competitors. Participants are encouraged to dress up in their favorite Halloween costumes for this fun event. After the race, stick around and bring the kiddo's as we take over the Mid Valley High School Parking lot for our first ever Truck or Treat! It'll be a safe environment to bring your lil' trick or treaters to show off their costumes, try out their jokes and get every parents favorite thing for their kids.... SUGAR!!! The Truck or Treat is a FREE event, we just ask that anyone wishing to attend registers so we have an idea of how many to expect.

Course & Travel Notes

The Spooktacular 5k takes place on October 31, 2026, in Throop, Pennsylvania at an elevation of 906 ft, with a 9:00 AM start time occurring more than one hour after the 7:33 AM sunrise. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) is located 9.4 miles from the venue. Typical October weather for the race month includes average highs of 63°F and average lows of 43°F, with measurable precipitation occurring on 35% of days.

⛰️ 906 ft elevation☀️ Typically 63°F / 43°F · 35% chance of rain✈️ Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) — 9.4 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is The Spooktacular 5k Presented by the Build a Spartan Foundation 2026 — Throop, PA?

The Spooktacular 5k Presented by the Build a Spartan Foundation 2026 — Throop, PA takes place on October 31, 2026. The race is held in Throop, Pennsylvania.

Where is The Spooktacular 5k Presented by the Build a Spartan Foundation 2026 — Throop, PA held?

The Spooktacular 5k Presented by the Build a Spartan Foundation 2026 — Throop, PA is held at 52 Underwood Road in Throop, Pennsylvania.

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