Trick or Trot 5k @ Secaucus High School, Secaucus, New Jersey, United States on 31 October 2026

Run • Walk • Costume • Celebrate

Kick off your Halloween with one of New Jersey’s newest family traditions! Whether you’re chasing a personal best, enjoying a fun walk with friends and family, or showing off your Halloween costume, the Secaucus Trick or Trot 5K has something for everyone.

Join runners, walkers, families, and community members for a festive morning filled with music, costumes, candy, and community spirit—all while supporting local causes.

🏃 USATF Certified 5K Course
Run on an officially USATF Certified 5K course (Certification #: NJ22001DB), accurately measured to national standards.
Course Details:
– Distance: 5 Kilometers (3.1 Miles)
– USATF Certified Course
– Fast paved course with a unique loop configuration
– Professionally measured and certified
– Great for beginners and experienced runners chasing a PR

Whether you’re racing for a personal record or simply enjoying the Halloween atmosphere, you’ll be running on an officially certified course.

🎃 Event Highlights
– 5K Run or Walk
– Trick or Trot T-Shirt with every sign up
– Halloween Costumes Encouraged
– Live DJ
– Candy at the Finish
– Family-Friendly Atmosphere
– Great Photo Opportunities
– Local Vendors & Sponsors
– Support Local First Responders & Community Programs

Bring the entire family and celebrate Halloween morning with us!

🏅 Awards
Overall Awards
– Top 3 Overall Male Finishers
– Top 3 Overall Female Finishers

Age Group Awards: Awards will be presented to the top male and female finisher in each age group:
– Under 14
– 15–24
– 25–34
– 35–44
– 45–54
– 55–64
– 65–74
– 75–84
– 85+

🎭 Best Costume Awards
Think you’ve got the best Halloween costume? Special awards will be presented for our favorite costumes, including:
– Best Individual Costume
– Best Family/Group Costume
– Most Creative Costume
– Come dressed to impress!

💻 Virtual 5K
Can’t make it to Secaucus? Join us from anywhere! Complete your 5K between October 24–31 wherever you choose:
– Neighborhood
– Local Park
– Treadmill
– Vacation
– Anywhere in the world

Walk or run your 5K, record your finish time using your favorite fitness app or GPS watch, and submit your results online before the deadline.
Virtual participants receive:
– Official race participation
– Finisher medal (if offered)
– Virtual results listing
– The opportunity to support local community initiatives

💙 Giving Back
The Secaucus Trick or Trot is about more than running. A portion of proceeds and all donations help support:
– Local First Responder Departments
– Recreation Programs
– Community Health & Wellness Initiatives
– Future Community Events

If you cannot participate, please consider making a donation. Every contribution helps strengthen our community.