Ghostly Gallop Trail 5K
Oct 25Milton, VT5K
13 mi from RutFest, 1 week before RutFest, registration open
At a glance
- Date
- Oct 31, 2026
- Location
- Williston, Vermont
- Aid stations
- 1
- Registration
- Registration closes Nov 2, 2026, via ultrasignup.com
- Official site
- richmondtrailrunningclub.com
- Listed from
- UltraSignup
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026
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Build my planAbout this race
RutFest is a 36-hour community running and hiking festival at Catamount Outdoor Family Center, using two trail loops that participants can repeat at their own pace. It is described as a relaxed, non-competitive event rather than a traditional race.
Key dates
Race day
Oct 31, 2026
Registration closes
Nov 2, 2026
Pricing
Current price
$80
Platinum Tier
Price progression
Bronze Tier
$20
Silver Tier
$40
Gold Tier
$60
Platinum Tier
$80
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Registration openings and major changes, like a new date or a cancellation.
Aid stations
1| Station | Distance | Crew | Drop bags | Cutoff | Supplies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Main aid station Central hub where runners check in before running laps. Participants are asked to volunteer for a one-hour aid-station shift and donate a snack. | -- | -- | -- |
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