Enjoy the autumn colors and remarkable scenery along the shores of the Fox River. The Freaky 5K is for participants of all ages and abilities. Come out to enjoy a day with friends, family and co-workers. There is even a COSTUME CONTEST for you to channel your inner child. ALL PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE Freaky 5K T-Shirt (If registered before 10/13) Custom Finishers Medal Chip Timing Refreshments START TIMES: Mini Monster Dash 8:00 AM, 5K Walk / Run 8:30 AM PACKET PICKUP Participants can pick up their race bib, timing chip, goodie bag and t-shirt at the following times. Sorry NO early pickup on Friday. Friday, Oct. 24 @Appleton YMCA from 3-5 pm. Saturday, Oct.25 @ Pierce Park from 6:30-8:30 am COSTUME CONTEST The Costume Contest will take place following the 5K run/walk. Awards will be given for the following categories: Adult, Group, Child. We encourage originality and FUN! AWARDS Awards will be presented to the top 3 overall (Male / Female) and we will be awarding the winner of each age gro
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YMCA Freaky 5K & Mini Monster Dash 2026 — Appleton, WI
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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 Appleton, WI.
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
