Registration for the Freeland Freaky 5's costs between $15 and $36. Held in Freeland, Michigan on Halloween 2026, this running event offers three distance options: a 1-mile run, a 5-mile run, and a 5K. The race starts at 8:45 AM from the venue at 9200 Midland Road. Whether you're looking for a short warm-up, a longer tempo effort, or a standard 5K distance, this event accommodates various fitness levels and training goals on race day.
From the Race Organizer
Join us for a Halloween running of Freaky 5’s in Freeland - a spooktacular running race along the newest section of the Great Lakes Bay Regional Trail system. Taking place at Hayes Park in Freeland, participants can expect professionally timed 5K Run/Walk and 5K Run events and an un-timed youth 1 Mile Fun Run. We LOVE this new section of trail and are excited about showcasing it in the fall. New for 2026 is the addition of an un-timed, casual 5K category. This category is for those who don’t particularly care about their finish times and would like to save a bit on registration. Start times are also earlier so families can prepare for trick-or-treating! Race is limited to just 500 participants - so register NOW! Race Website: digdeepraces.com/freaky5s Costumes are highly encouraged! In fact, there will be youth and adult costume contests with prizes for the Top Overall youth (13 & Under) and adult costumes. Adult and Youth Costume Award Bowls includes the following Gift Certificates: $50 from Runners Athletic Company and $20 from Baynes Apple Valley. After the race, a gift basket from Bayne’s Apple Valley will be given away on-site to a lucky participant using a random number selection of race bib. Winner must be present to win! Included with entry: Awesome custom finisher medals Long Sleeve Race T-shirt (if registered “with shirt”) Professional timing results Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026 Start Times: Kid’s Fun Run 8:45AM 5 MILE start 9:30AM 5K Run/Walk start 9:35AM Casual 5K Run/Walk start 9:40AM Location: Hayes Park, 9200 Midland Rd, Freeland, MI 48623 Registration Prices 5 Mile Run & 5K Run/Walk $36 with shirt* $31 no shirt Casual 5K Run/Walk (untimed) $31 with shirt* $26 no shirt Youth (13 & Under) 5K Run/Walk** $26 with shirt* $21 no shirt Kid’s 1 Mile Fun Run *** $15.00 (includes shirt if registered on or before midnight on Sunday, October 19) * Registrants will have the option to decline a shirt and save $5 at shirt selection when registering. On Sunday, October 25th shirts will be ordered and any extra will be placed in inventory in the registration system. To guarantee a shirt size, please register before then. Please note that shirts not picked up before close of packet pickup will be forfeit by registrant and will not be refunded. If unable to attend event it is the responsibility of the registrant to have someone pick up their items or to arrange alternate pickup prior to the event. ** There will not be a separate category for Walkers at this event. All participants in the 5K are free to run and/or walk as they see fit. Youth pricing is available only for the 5K event and is not available for the 5 Mile event. ***Registration for the Kid’s 1 Mile Fun Run is limited to youth participants 13 & Under. 1 Mile Fun Run in an untimed event. Please note that all Kids Run youth participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian when running. Packet Pickup and Late Registration Saturday, October 31 - 8:00AM to 9:30AM at Hayes Park, 9200 Midland Rd, Freeland, MI 48623 NOTE: Registration platforms charge a nominal fee to participants when registering. We just don’t want you to be surprised when you go to register online! T-Shirts Event-specific t-shirts are guaranteed ONLY to those who register for the “with shirt” option online on or before midnight on Sunday, October 25th! Shirts are A4 Cooling Performance Long Sleeve T-Shirts in Unisex, Ladies Cut and Youth Sizing. Color is White. 100% Polyester View fullsize
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for October 31.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Freeland, MI.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
Freeland Freaky 5’s 2026 — Freeland, MI takes place on October 31, 2026. The race is held in Freeland, Michigan.
Where is Freeland Freaky 5’s 2026 — Freeland, MI held?
Freeland Freaky 5’s 2026 — Freeland, MI is held at 9200 Midland Rd in Freeland, Michigan.
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