Looking for an event to scare up some sweat this Halloween? There are plenty of 5K goodies in the East Valley’s fitness fun bag this weekend. And just think, if you’re 175-pound person running a 5K at a 10-minute-per-mile pace, you’ll burn enough calories to eat a package and a half of M&M (assuming it’s a 1.69-ounce package) or a Snickers bar and still have about 100 calories to spare.
• Boo Bash Dash 10K and 2-Mile Family Fun Run: Wear a costume and enjoy Halloween activity booths, snacks, vendors, face painters and raffles for cash and prizes. Participants receive an event T-shirt.
When it is: Saturday, Oct. 31. Registration opens at 7:30 a.m. 2-Mile Family Fun Run/Walk starts at 9 a.m., followed by the 10K at 9:15 a.m.
Where it’s at: Mesa Riverview theater district, 1061 N. Dobson Road, Mesa.
What it costs: $10 (under 18); $20 (18 and older); $25 race-day registration.
More information: (480) 844-0963 or http://www.mesariverview.com/events_view.asp?maleveid=85
• 4th Annual Ghosts & Goblins: 5K run/walk; 1 mile fun run/walk; free kids Monster Dash. Participants receive an event T-shirt.
When it is: Saturday, Oct. 31. Registration opens at 7 a.m. Races start at 8 a.m.
Where it’s at: Kiwanis Park, Tempe. Race site is south of Baseline Road, travel on Mill Avenue to All American Way-West. Start is on All American Way across from the ball field .
What it costs: $20 for the 5K; $15 for the 1 mile fun run/walk.
More information: (623) 362-8438 or http://www.arizonarunningeventsco.com/
• Freaky 5K Run & Festivus: There will also be a 1-mile Lil’ Goblin Fun Run/Walk “for the short-of-legs and short-of-breath.” Entry includes t-shirt, race bag and an eco-friendly trick-or-treating satchel. You’ll need it because there will be trick-or-treating along the way, so don’t forget your costume. Awards for best costume and best Halloween spirit.
When it is: Saturday, Oct. 31. Registration opens at 3:30 p.m.; Freaky 5K begins at 5 p.m.; 1-mile Lil’ Goblin begins at 5:15 p.m.
Where it’s at: CityNorth, Loop 101 and 56th Street, Phoenix.
What it costs: $35 for the 5K if you’re pre-registered; $40 day of race. $15 for the 1-mile Lil’ Goblin Fun Run/Walk.
More information: (480) 201-6762 or http://www.freaky5k.com/