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Running with Ghouls
Canton, Illinois
- 1 mi entry
- $35
- Days to go
- 9
At a glance
- Date
- Oct 31, 2026
- Location
- Canton, Illinois
- Distances
- 5K, 1 mi
- Registration
- Open until Oct 31, 2026, via runsignup.com
Listed from RunSignUp. Checked Oct 22, 2026.
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Running with Ghouls 5K/1 Mile Walk Run
5th Anniversary Celebration
Join us for a family-friendly 5K run or 1-mile walk/run event hosted by the Canton YWCA. Costumes are encouraged, so come dressed to impress!
Event Details
Start and finish at the beautiful, scenic Lakeland Park (Nagel Park)
Run/walk along the gorgeous park trail in Wallace Park
Out and back course
Gun-timed event
Fun finisher medals for all participants
Registration
Early bird pricing available! Registration prices increase the longer you wait, so register early to secure the best rate.
About This Event
All proceeds from Running with Ghouls go directly to the Canton YWCA to provide a safe and healthy environment for the children and staff we serve.
Key dates
Registration opens
Jul 21, 2026
Tier 1 ends
Aug 15, 2026
Tier 2 ends
Oct 1, 2026
Registration closes
Oct 31, 2026
Race day
Oct 31, 2026
Tier 3 ends
Oct 31, 2026
Tier 4 ends
Oct 31, 2026
Pricing
1 mile
Tier 3, then $40 from Oct 31, 2026
$35
5k
Tier 3, then $40 from Oct 31, 2026
$35
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