At a glance
- Date
- Oct 31, 2026
- Location
- Batesville, Arkansas
- Distances
- 5K
- Aid stations
- 1
- Registration
- Open until Oct 31, 2026, via runsignup.com
Listed from RunSignUp. Checked Oct 22, 2026.
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Have you got spooky speed?
If you think you can run, don't try to hide it at the Wicked Way 5K!
OK Timing Plus presents this short-notice low-frills Halloween morning 5K on Miller Creek Road near the Batesville Soccer Complex. The race is a test of interest in creating a local series of varying distances and terrain on some upcoming open dates in the regional running calendar.
COURSE: We will have bib or bib-chip timing on the simple out-and-back course from the horse arena gate to Harry Road. The course served in 2022 and 2023 as part of our Valentine's weekend For the Love of Running 5K/10K.
T-SHIRTS/GIVEAWAYS: None for this inaugural event.
AWARDS: Top 3 M, Top 3 F. Finishers medals for all, with Top 3 M/F age-group stickers for the back of the medals.
AID: 2.5K turnaround water station; finish line fluids and snacks.
ENTRY FEE: $25
Key dates
Registration opens
Oct 11, 2026
Registration closes
Oct 31, 2026
Race day
Oct 31, 2026
Standard ends
Oct 31, 2026
Pricing
Current price
$25
Standard
Ends
Oct 31, 2026
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Aid stations
1| Station | Distance | Crew | Drop bags | Cutoff | Supplies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2.5K turnaround water station Turnaround water station on the out-and-back course; finish line has fluids and snacks. | 2.50 km | -- | water |
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