Join us on Sunday October 26th, 2025 for a Spooktackular new run at Bronte Creek Provincial Park! Soak up the spirit of Halloween as we raise funds for Project Soniashnyk, a program that supports the mental health of children affected by the war in Ukraine.
Run your best 5K or 10K as you enjoy the Fall colours of Bronte Creek Park. Non-runners can walk the 5K loop, or take-on the 1K Fun Run with their children. There's also face painting, pumpkin decorating and a host of other attractions in the park. Dogs are welcomed too!
Costumes are encouraged, but not required. Wear orange, purple or black if you have it. Prizes awarded for fastest 5K time in a full costume (Adult Male, Adult Female, Boy and Girl under 17).
Medals will be awarded to all 5K, 10K and 1K runners and walkers. Prizes for top finishers by age bracket and gender for 5K and 10K runs.
Our goal
The Haunted Hustle 5K / 10K / 1K Run is a fundraising event, with 100% of net proceeds and donations provided to a worthy cause. This year's event will support Project Soniashnyk. Our goal is to raise $30,000 for kids in need!
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Voluntary donations can be made as your register to run or walk. You can also can create a fundraising team and set a fundraising goal. Race Roster has all the tools you need to make it easy! Tax receipts will be issued for all donations over $20.
All runners / walkers that raise over $200 in donations earn a Technical Running Shirt.
PLUS, the first $5,000 in donations will be matched dollar-for-dollar by a private sponsor. Help us turn $5,000 into $10,000 to help kids in need in Ukraine!
The first 200 registered runners and walkers that make a donation to Project Soniashnyk will receive a Halloween Beanie in appreciation of their support. (Beanies will be distributed on Race Day. Colours and designs available on a first-come basis.)
Project Soniashnyk is a non-profit organization that hosts recreational rehabilitation camps in Ukraine for children whose parents are active or fallen members of their Armed Forces. In addition to traditional camp activities, the program provides essential trauma therapy and mental health support for children impacted by the war. Therapy and support continues throughout the year via group and individual counselling.
The camps and counselling are offered to families at no cost. Project Soniashynk is 100% volunteer-led which means all fundraising events and direct donations are used to cover program costs.
For more information on Project Soniashynk visit their website, or check out their activity on Instagram or Facebook.
Click here to learn what children have to say about life in Ukraine and their appreciation for Project Soniashnyk.
RACE LOCATION
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The Haunted Hustle is held at Bronte Creek Provincial Park located on the border of Burlington and Oakville. The park offers a range of activities including a Play Barn for Kids, Livestock Pens, Nature Trails, a Leash Free Dog Park, Frisbee Golf and several Playgrounds. It's an ideal location to enjoy a Fall day in Ontario.
The park can be accessed from Burloak Drive in Burlington, heading north from the QEW Highway. ​Please visit the Park's Website for a map of its location as well as complete information about the Park.
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All aspects of the event will take place within the park. All participants are asked to park in Lot "F" located in the South East corner of the park.
The run takes place on a well-groomed light gravel road. Please note that 10K runners will do a double loop of the 5K circuit.
Register today
Registration for the Haunted Hustle takes place through Race Roster. Chip timing of 5K and 10K runs by Enfield Timing.
Register any time before Oct 24th and save $5 off Same-Day Race entry fees.
Teams of 5 or more runners / walkers that register between July 21st and October 1st save 20% on all registration fees! ​​
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SPONSORS & partners
The Haunted Hustle could not take place without the support of sponsors and event partners. Please help us show your appreciation for their support on Race Day and beyond!
Would you like become an event sponsor or partner? Contact us to discuss ideas about how we can work together to showcase your brand or company.
volunteers
The Haunted Hustle needs volunteers to help out on Race Day, Oct 26th. Click here to let us know you'd like to volunteer and we'll get back to you in the coming days.
We are happy to work with high school students looking to build volunteer hours and will complete the forms required by school administrators.
