Tenth annual Halloween 5K run/walk, family activities at Moraine Valley

There’s still time to sign up for the 10th annual Halloween 5K run/walk and Kid’s Dash on Saturday, Oct. 28, 9 a.m., at Moraine Valley Community College, 9000 W. College Parkway, Palos Hills.

Participants can walk or run the officially timed 5K (3.1 mile) path throughout campus. The Kid’s Dash will start at 10:15 a.m. for children 3 to 12 years old. All pre-registered participants will receive a T-shirt. Costumes are encouraged.

Runners/walkers can sign their children up for the Little Pumpkins’ Patch, a free area open during and after the race that includes pumpkin decorating and various Halloween activities. Awards will be given for top finishers in various age categories as well as for best costumes for kids and adults.

Registration is $40 for community members and $30 for Moraine Valley students/employees. The Kid’s Dash is $10. Anyone who wants to register their child for the Pumpkins’ Patch must be signed up for the race. Packet pickup will take place on Friday, Oct. 27, 3 to 7 p.m. and on race morning, 7:30 to 9 a.m.

Proceeds from the event will go to the Moraine Valley Foundation, which provides scholarships to students. For additional information or to register, visit morainevalley.edu/fitrec/programs/halloween5k/.