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Halloween Sports

Spooky Sprint at Hammel Woods

October 18 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am

Runners in Halloween costumes participate in the Spooky Sprint Greater Chicago, a family-friendly race featuring kids dash and fun activities.

Location

Hammel Woods Route 59 Access

554 Brook Forest Ave

Shorewood, IL 60404

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Description

Get in the Halloween spirit with the Spooky Sprint 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, and Kids Dash at Hammel Woods. Families can enjoy trick-or-treat aid stations, costume contests, music, and delicious post-race treats.

Event cost: $17–$66 depending on race type; free for non-SWAG Kids Dash participants

Event times: 8 a.m.–noon Saturday, Oct. 18

Additional Information

Contact Phone: 7606696471

Website: https://eventvesta.com/events/109994/t/tickets

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Teens, Tweens

Neighborhood: Western Suburbs

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