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NODA Halloween Freaky 5k

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location_on North Carolina

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calendar_today 24 Oct, 2026

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About the Event

The NoDaWeen Freaky 5K is a fun run hosted by the NoDa “NBA” – Neighborhood and Business Association. Come run though one of Charlotte’s most historic and spookiest neighborhoods. Participants are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes as prizes will be handed out for best costumes and for fastest runners. A post-run party will be held at NoDa Company Store. This race is great for experienced and beginner runners or walkers and for families, friends, teenagers, kids, and strollers! Well behaved, leashed dogs, are welcome.

Pre-register by Friday, 10/17/2025 and receive a stylish t-shirt with your race package! Youth sizes also available.

As a 501C3 non-profit organization, net proceeds from the Freaky 5K benefit NoDa NBA community projects. For more about the NBA visit noda.org and for race questions please contact Freaky5K@noda.org.

Race Day Details

Race Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025 (rain or shine)

5k Race Start Time: 5pm

Course Description: Relatively flat, small hills, city road terrain and great course for spectators

Packet Pick up:

Prizes and Costume Contest: Starting at 5:45pm at NoDa Company Store – Prizes for race participants only but spectators are welcome to view the fun! Winners must be present to collect their prizes. 

Post Race Party: 6:00pm - 9:00pm at NoDa Company Store (3221 Yadkin Ave, Charlotte, NC 28205). Costumes are encouraged! 

Races Offered

5K

Oct 24, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Road running

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297 days remaining

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Charlotte.

Temp (°C)
Feels Like (°C)
thermostat 10.8° / 22.0°
wb_sunny 8.7° / 20.5°
Wind (km/h)
Humidity (%)
air 9.4 /
water_drop 68.1%

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