ITVFD Costume Run & Walk 5k - ITVFD Costume Run & Walk 5k
External Event
Distance
3.1 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
🎃🚒 ITVFD Halloween 5K & Open House 🚒🎃 Join the Independence Township Volunteer Fire Department for our very first ITVFD Halloween 5K on Sunday, October 25th at the Field of Dreams, located right across from the firehouse! Whether you’re running for a personal best, walking with family and friends, or showing off your best Halloween costume, this event is all about community, fun, and supporting your local volunteers. After the race, stick around for our Fire Department Open House featuring: Fire truck tours and demonstrationsMeet-and-greet with local firefightersFood & beveragesFamily-friendly activities and events A chance to explore the firehouse and learn about the department Come out for a fun fall day filled with fitness, Halloween spirit, and community pride while supporting your local volunteer firefighters. Costumes are encouraged, and all ages are welcome! 🔥👟🎃 See you at the starting line!
Typical conditions
For events around October 2026 in Great Meadows, NJ, United States: Typical autumn conditions in this region — conditions can change quickly; confirm race-day guidance on the official page.
How to prepare
Most runners can prepare for a 5K with a few weeks of easy runs and one short faster session per week. Focus on consistency, not volume, and rest the day before race day.
Beginner's guide to your first 5KGetting there
This event is listed in Great Meadows, NJ, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.
Registration is handled by the official event organizer
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