Maryland · 5K · 1 Mile
Cats & Bats Haunted 5K
Cats & Bats Haunted 5K is a 5K and 1 Mile event held in Aberdeen, Maryland. Its next confirmed date is Saturday, October 31, 2026.
- Race day
- October 31, 2026
- Location
- Aberdeen, MD
Race details
- Date
- Saturday, October 31, 2026
- Location
- Aberdeen, Maryland
- Distances
- 5K, 1 Mile
- Registration
- runsignup.com
- Official website
- catsandbats5k.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Open
- Start time
- 8:00 AM EDT
About the Cats & Bats Haunted 5K
The 2026 Cats & Bats 5K - Saturday, October 31, 2026 For 12 years, this has been the race of choice for your pre-Halloween fun! The famous Cats & Bats 5K is your spot for #HalloweeninAberdeen SATURDAY, October 31st - 8:00 am start time. USATF Certified Course - view map here Location: Festival Park, Aberdeen, MD We are planning for a Group, In-Person 5K and also have a Virtual 5K component. The virtual component is in place for anyone who is non-local, will not be able to attend the live race, …
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Cats & Bats Haunted 5K: common questions
- When is the Cats & Bats Haunted 5K?
- The next confirmed date is Saturday, October 31, 2026.
- Where is the Cats & Bats Haunted 5K held?
- In Aberdeen, Maryland.
- What distances does the Cats & Bats Haunted 5K offer?
- 5K and 1 Mile.
- How do I register for the Cats & Bats Haunted 5K?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Cats & Bats Haunted 5K?
- Yes — registration is open. Listed fee for the longest distance, $35 (from runsignup.com, checked October 30, 2026).
- What time does the Cats & Bats Haunted 5K start?
- 8:00 AM EDT.
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