Schedule and packet pickup
PACKET PICK UP
RACE DAY PICK UP: Saturday, Oct 25th - 7:30 am at the Murrysville Community Center. Pick up will be inside the center. Use the front door on the left side of the building. CLICK HERE FOR GPS LINK.
5KKids
Trick or Trot 5k 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 31, 2026
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Murrysville, Pennsylvania
- Entry fee
- From $15 · goes up to $40 on Oct 31, 2026
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trick or Trot 5K | 5K | Oct 31, 20269:00 AM | $35$40 after Oct 31, 2026 | – |
| Kids 1/2 Mile Tot Trot | Kids | Oct 31, 202610:15 AM | $15$20 after Oct 31, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
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The 5K fee goes up to $40 on Oct 31, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- Trick or Trot 5K: $35 until Oct 30, then $40 until Oct 31.
- Kids 1/2 Mile Tot Trot: $15 until Oct 30, then $20 until Oct 31.
Online registration closes Oct 31, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $35, entry is about 17 percent above a typical 5K in Pennsylvania, which costs $30 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Pennsylvania runs 32:40, about 10:31 a mile, based on 622 races with published results. Women typically finish in 35:42 and men in 29:37.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:46 AM, and the Trick or Trot 5K starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 1,150 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
3091 Carson Ave, Murrysville, PA 15668
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 31 the day usually runs from 42°F at dawn to 59°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 19% of days. Cold snaps dip to 34°F and hot years reach 72°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.
From the race's page
What the organizers of Trick or Trot 5k cover on their registration page, in brief.
Course
COURSE MAP
CLICK HERE for course map.
Parking and travel
PARKING and RESTROOM DETAILS
There are parking and restrooms available at the community center.
Shirt and medal
RACE SWAG
All 5k participants will receive this fun and spooky commemorative t-shirt and custom finishers' medal (image coming soon!).
Awards
AGE GROUPS and AWARDS
AWARDS - 5K Only. TOP 3 Overall Male and Female Finishers. AGE GROUPS - Top 3 male and female in the following categories will receive recognition: Under 12. 13-19. 20-29. 30-39. 40-49. 50-59. 60-69. 70+. AND awards for best costumes!…
Rules and FAQ
GCXC DOG POLICY
We at GCXC love dogs and many of our staff have them. They are a wonderful addition to any family. However, for safety and insurance reasons, we do not allow them at our events. Please come to our races and have a blast with your family…
Race details
- Where
- 3091 Carson Ave, Murrysville, PA 15668Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 1,150 feet
- Results posted by the race
- LIVE RESULTS & FINISH LINE PHOTOS, RESULTS, SUBMIT VIRTUAL RESULTS
- Included with entry
- Custom Trick or Trot Tote
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 31, 2026), 2025 (Oct 25, 2025), 2024 (Oct 26, 2024), 2023 (Oct 28, 2023), 2022 (Oct 29, 2022), 2021 (Oct 30, 2021)
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Quick answers
- When is Trick or Trot 5k?
- Saturday, October 31, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $15 before processing fees, and rises to $40 on Oct 31, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 31, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Pennsylvania?
- At $35, entry is about 17 percent above a typical 5K in Pennsylvania, which costs $30 right now.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, Kids.
- Where does it start?
- 3091 Carson Ave, Murrysville, PA 15668.
- Is there a course map?
- Yes, the organizers publish the route on MapMyRun; the link is under Start location and course.
From the organizers
This fun, family-oriented 5K and Tot Trot is a great way to show your spooky spirit! Join us on the beautiful Westmoreland Heritage Trail in Murrysville dressed in your Halloween best!
Registration Includes:
Custom Finisher Medal
Trick or Trot race tote bag
Chance to win a coveted Best Costume Award
Fall foliage along the trail
A spooky good time
All costumed participants are entered in our (in)famous costume contest with group and individual prizes available!