Mother of Mercy Academy's Howl-O-Ween Spooktacular 5k Walk/Run and Kids 1 Mile Fun Run

Mother of Mercy Academy's Howl-O-Ween Spooktacular 5k Walk/Run and Kids 1 Mile Fun Run takes place in McKeesport, Pennsylvania, on October 31, 2026. The children's one-mile fun run goes first at 9:00 a.m., and the 5K walk and run, 3.1 miles, follows at 9:15 a.m.

Scheduling the kids' mile fifteen minutes ahead lets parents watch it and then run their own race, which is a good reason to check start times before entering any family event. The 5K is open to walkers as well as runners, so nobody needs a training plan to take part; covering 3.1 miles on foot a couple of times beforehand is preparation enough. Runners after a time should keep the final three days easy and warm up properly, since a 5K is at full effort from the opening minute.