Festival of Frights Haunted Hills Hustle 2026

Date
Friday, October 23, 2026
Start time
6:00 PM start (Chicago)
Entry fee
From $35
Included with entry
Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees

EventDistanceWhenEntry feeCap
Haunted Hills Hustle–Oct 23, 20266:00 PM$35–

Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.

Race day planning

Entry fee schedule

  • $35 until Oct 23.

Online registration closes Oct 23, 2026, unless the race fills first.

Light and altitude

Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:16 AM, and the Haunted Hills Hustle starts at 6:00 PM. The start sits about 840 feet above sea level.

Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.

Start location and course

1401 N Second St, Rockford, IL 61107

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 23 the day usually runs from 42°F at dawn to 60°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 19% of days. Cold snaps dip to 33°F and hot years reach 74°F.

Based on 80 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
1401 N Second St, Rockford, IL 61107Map
Course
Road
Start elevation
About 840 feet
Included with entry
T-Shirt
Distances
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Editions
2026 (Oct 23, 2026), 2025 (Oct 23, 2025), 2024 (Oct 26, 2024)

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Quick answers

When is Festival of Frights Haunted Hills Hustle?
Friday, October 23, 2026, starting at 6:00 PM.
How much does it cost?
Entry starts at $35 before processing fees.
When does registration close?
Online registration closes Oct 23, 2026, unless the race fills first.
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?
See the event list above.
Where does it start?
1401 N Second St, Rockford, IL 61107.

From the organizers

Run or walk among the Halloween light displays at dusk and complete 1, 2, 3 or even 4 loops of the mile route. Costumes, strollers and pets are welcome! Proceeds are used to purchase Halloween costumes for local children in need!! T-shirts guaranteed through October 19th. Great door prizes!!