👻 The New Jersey race scene Just got SPOOKY!
Trials of Miles is thrilled to bring the Boooo-mfield 5K to the streets of Bloomfield! This Halloween-themed 5K is part race, part block party, complete with costumes, fall vibes, and just the right amount of fright. Fly like a bat at the front, cruise in costume with friends, or push your little pumpkin in a stroller—no matter how you join, this is one Halloween morning you won’t want to ghost on. 🎃
Best of all, every ghoul, goblin, and werewolf who signs up helps support the Bloomfield High School XC/Track teams and the Friends of Watsessing Park Conservancy, funding everything from student-athlete travel to new trees in the park. Run fast, run spooky, and join us for a fang-tastic morning of costumes, community, and Halloween fun! 🕸️
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Start Times & Races
9:00 am Kids Race
9:15 am 5K Walk & Run
10:00 am AfterBOO Party
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Giveaways
With registration all participants receive:
A cotton-blend race t-shirt;
Halloween themed finishers medal;
Access to giveaways and swag from event vendors.
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The Course
This USATF-certified course takes you on a scenic spin through Bloomfield’s streets, with plenty of fall color (and maybe a fright or two) along the way. The start and finish sit right in the Watsessing neighborhood outside 23 Skidoo Café and Narda’s Kitchen, the hub of our Halloween block party.
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Costumes are encouraged but not required! We’ll have prizes for best costume, so get creative if you’re in the spirit.
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Yes, strollers and wagons are allowed. Please give yourself plenty of space to ensure a safe experience.
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Yes! Friendly, leashed dogs are welcome. We love seeing costumed pups out on the course.
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Race packet pickup will start on Friday, October 17th, 2025 from 5:00pm - 7:00pm at 31 Carteret Street, Bloomfield, NJ (just steps away from the finish line!).
Pickup will start on race morning at 7:15am on the corner of Morse Ave and Cleveland Terrace on the park side).
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Yes, but we encourage you to register online in advance to guarantee your shirt, medal, and free swag from all our vendors and partners.
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Every participant gets a named race bib, custom Halloween-themed shirt, and a finisher medal. Plus, post-race treats and festivities. A portion of your registration goes to support the the Friends of Watsessing Park Conservatory and Bloomfield Track & Field Teams.
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The race will take place rain or shine. In the event of severe weather, we’ll communicate updates via email and social media.
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The start/finish area will be closed to traffic around 7:00 am and the course itself at 8:00 am so please give yourself plenty of time to find parking.
We recommend street parking along
-Carteret Street in Glen Ridge
-Glenwood Ave in Bloomfield (by Watsessing Park)
-Fulton Street (between East Orange and Bloomfield)
-Laurel Street (between East Orange and Bloomfield)
-Locust Street in Bloomfield
If you go 2-3 blocks in either direction from the start/finish, you should be able to find parking!
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After all race expenses are covered (permits, police, medals, shirts, etc.), proceeds go toward supporting the Friends of Watsessing Park and the Bloomfield Cross-Country & Track Teams. Your participation directly helps fund youth athletics and community improvements in the park.
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The 5K winds through Bloomfield’s streets and finishes in Watsessing Park. It’s flat, family-friendly, and perfect for runners, walkers, strollers, and costumed participants of all ages.
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Yes! We’re excited to welcome local businesses, food trucks, and community groups. If you’d like to be part of the post-race festivities, email us at run@trialsofmilesracing.com for vendor details.
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Packet pickup will take place on
Friday, October 17th, 2025 from 5:00pm - 7:00pm at 33 Carteret Street, Bloomfield NJ
Saturday, October 18th, 2025 from 7:00am-9:00am on the corner of Carteret Street and Cleveland Terrance (under the black tents)