BATV Spooky 5k Run/Walk 2026
- Date
- Sunday, October 18, 2026
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Billerica, Massachusetts
- Entry fee
- From $30
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BATV Spooky 5K Run/Walk | 5K | Oct 18, 20269:00 AM | $30 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $30 until Oct 18.
Online registration closes Oct 18, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $30, entry is about 14 percent below a typical 5K in Massachusetts, which costs $35 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Massachusetts runs 32:48, about 10:33 a mile, based on 274 races with published results. Women typically finish in 35:26 and men in 29:35.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:00 AM, and the BATV Spooky 5K Run/Walk starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 190 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
15 Floyd Street, Billerica, MA 01821
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 18 the day usually runs from 46°F at dawn to 63°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 23% of days. Cold snaps dip to 39°F and hot years reach 73°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
- 15 Floyd Street, Billerica, MA 01821Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 190 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Distances
- 5K
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 18, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is BATV Spooky 5k Run/Walk?
- Sunday, October 18, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $30 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 18, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Massachusetts?
- At $30, entry is about 14 percent below a typical 5K in Massachusetts, which costs $35 right now.
- 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?
- 5K.
- Where does it start?
- 15 Floyd Street, Billerica, MA 01821.
From the organizers
Welcome to the Inaugural BATV Spooky 5K!
Join us on Sunday, October 18, 2026, for the first-ever BATV Spooky 5K, a fun Halloween-themed event for runners, walkers, families, and community members of all ages!
Whether you're aiming for a personal best, enjoying a walk with friends, or showing off your favorite Halloween costume, this event is a great way to celebrate the season while supporting a local nonprofit.
The race will begin and end at Marshall Middle School in Billerica, where participants can enjoy a festive atmosphere with Halloween decorations, music, and plenty of community fun. Costumes are encouraged, but not required!