7th Annual Jack O'Lantern Jog 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 17, 2026
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Saint Paul, Nebraska
- Entry fee
- From $20
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7th Annual Jack O'Lantern Jog 5K | 5K | Oct 17, 20269:00 AM | $30 | – |
| 7th Annual Jack O'Lantern Jog 1 Mile - Kid's 1 mile race | Kids | Oct 17, 20269:10 AM | $20 | – |
| 7th Annual Jack O'Lantern Jog 1 Mile - Family | 1 Mile | Oct 17, 202610:00 AM | $40 | – |
| 7th Annual Jack O'Lantern Jog 1 Mile - Individual | 1 Mile | Oct 17, 202610:00 AM | $20 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 7th Annual Jack O'Lantern Jog 5K: $30 until Oct 17.
- 7th Annual Jack O'Lantern Jog 1 Mile - Kid's 1 mile race and 7th Annual Jack O'Lantern Jog 1 Mile - Individual: $20 until Oct 17.
- 7th Annual Jack O'Lantern Jog 1 Mile - Family: $40 until Oct 17.
Online registration closes Oct 17, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $30, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in Nebraska ($32).
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Nebraska runs 34:04, about 10:58 a mile, based on 33 races with published results. Women typically finish in 36:55 and men in 30:04.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:46 AM, and the 7th Annual Jack O'Lantern Jog 5K starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 1,790 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
1113 Sherman Street, Saint Paul, NE 68873
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 17 the day usually runs from 46°F at dawn to 68°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 8% of days. Cold snaps dip to 36°F and hot years reach 80°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 1113 Sherman Street, Saint Paul, NE 68873Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 1,790 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K, Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 17, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is 7th Annual Jack O'Lantern Jog?
- Saturday, October 17, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $20 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 17, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Nebraska?
- At $30, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in Nebraska ($32).
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- What distances can I run?
- 1 Mile, 5K, Kids.
- Where does it start?
- 1113 Sherman Street, Saint Paul, NE 68873.
From the organizers
5K Course Details: This 5 Kilometer (3.1 mile) course will start and end in the East parking lot of the Howard County Medical Center. It provides a scenic route through town which will be well-marked, and a water station will be provided approximately halfway through the course. Individual times will not be kept; however, it will be a timed event. Prizes will be awarded to the first-place male and female participants. Registration for the 5K race will also enter you into the costume contest if you would like to participate. **This event will take place before the walk to allow runners to participate in the Trunk or Treat Walk if desired.