Question 1

What is the cost?

Accepted Answer

Early Bird Registration Now thru 6/1/2026• 5K Run/Walk - $38 (Guaranteed long-sleeve T-shirt size & Energizer headlight!)• 5K Run/Walk - $33 (T-shirt NOT included; Energizer headlight included.)  View & select your option from the drop down T-shirt menu when you register online.(We no longer offer group rate discounts)Regular Registration 6/2/2026-10/6/2026 online til 8:00 AM• 5K Run/Walk - $40  (Guaranteed long-sleeve T-shirt size & Energizer headlight!)• 5K Run/Walk - $35 (T-shirt NOT included; Energizer headlight included.)  View & select your option from the drop down T-shirt menu when you register online.(We no longer offer group rate discounts)Late Registration & Race Night Registration – 10/9 & 10/10• 5K Run/Walk - $45 (T-shirt not guaranteed; Energizer headlight while supply lasts.)Cash, check, or credit card (NO Venmo)Mini Moonie Dash, Moonie 1/2 Mile, and Moonie Mile Kids Fun Run (10yr. & under)FREET-shirt & Energizer headlight not included.Official Harvest Moon Run T-Shirt• Youth Medium – Donation of $25 or more• Adult – Donation of $25 or moreEnergizer Headlight• Donation of $10 or moreProceeds from the race benefit the Eureka-Pacific Elks Lodge Weekend Backpack Food Program and Food Pantries serving the hungry in surrounding areas.Please Note:  We do not issue refunds all sales are final.

Question 2

How do I register?

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Register OnlineClick Here to register online by October 6th before 8:00 AMWhen Paying ByCredit card - You are registered at the time of payment.Cash or check option - You are registered when we receive the generated form with your payment.Register in PersonFriday, October 9th from 2:00 PM - 6:30 PMThe Timbers of Eureka Recreation Center1 Coffey Park LaneCash, check, or credit card (NO Venmo)Register on Race NightSaturday, October 10th from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PMRoute 66 State ParkCash, check or credit card (NO Venmo)

Question 3

What do I get when I register?

Accepted Answer

5K ParticipantsRegister online by October 6th before 8:00 AM5K Run/Walk - Guaranteed long-sleeve T-shirt size & Energizer headlight!  If you choose the option for a T-shirt from the drop down T-shirt menu when you register online.Register October 9th from 2:00pm-6:30pm in person at The Timbers5K Run/Walk - Receive a long-sleeve t-shirt (size not guaranteed) and an Energizer headlight while supplies last. Register October 10th, the night of the race, starting at 5:00pm at Route 66 State Park5k Run/Walk - Receive an Energizer headlight while supplies last. T-shirt not guaranteed. Mini Moonie Dash, Moonie 1/2 Mile, and Moonie Mile Kids Fun Run (10yr. & Under)FREE Registration (T-shirt & Energizer headlight NOT included)Get an official Harvest Moon Run t-shirt for a donation of $25 for Youth Medium or an adult size Get an Energizer headlight for a donation of $10 while supplies last!Safety First!  Remember, this is a night run & walk...we encourage you to wear your Energizer headlight and reflective clothing.

Question 4

When & where do I pick up my race packet?

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Packets can be picked up at:The Timbers of Eureka Recreation Center Friday, October 9th | 2:00 - 6:30 pmRoute 66 State ParkSaturday, October 10th | Beginning at 5:00pmRemember to bring packaged food items for our Fill a Ford with Food Collection!

Question 5

What time does the race start?

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Packet Pickup & Race Day Registration begins at 5:00 PM. Go to the Registration/Event Area in Route 66 State Park located in the second parking lot on the right.  Please Note: If you pick up your race packet the day before the race, you do not need to check-in.All cars need to park in Route 66 State Park.  Parking attendants will guide you to your parking space.  Limited handicapped parking is available. Please carpool if possible.6:25 PM: All registered runners for the Mini Moonie Dash, Moonie 1/2 Mile, and the Moonie Mile Kids Fun Run should be in the start area with their bib attached to the FRONT of their shirt.6:50 PM: All registered runners and walkers participating in the 5K Run & Walk should be in the start area with their bib attached on the FRONT. Runners line up in front of the walkers.

Question 6

Will there be food, entertainment, and awards?

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Culver's Scoopie arrives at 6:15 PM for zany entertainment and photos with you!Eureka Music Center will power up an energized playlist all night long!Before, during & after the race:Enjoy the Eureka-Pacific Elks Lodge $6 Grill Deal which includes a hamburger or hot dog, chips & soda or water.  Proceeds benefit the Elks Weekend Backpack Food Program!After the race, Harvest Moon 5K medals will be awarded to the 1st Place finishers in each age class. Awards will also be given to the overall female and male times. Photos will be posted on our website and social media.

Question 7

Where can I find my race results?

Accepted Answer

You can see your results moments after you cross the finish line by using the Start 2 Finish Event Management QR code which is on your bib. QR codes will also be posted at the Music Station next to the finish line and the photo op tent.  You can also view them online at harvestmoonrun.org/results Harvest Moon Run 5k medals will be awarded to the overall female and male times and to the 1st Place finishers in each age class as soon as the group results are confirmed. Click here to see the official age groups.  Food and fun will await you at the completion of the race.  We encourage you to stay and cheer your fellow Moonies as they cross the finish line!

Question 8

What are the 5K age brackets for medalists?

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A custom Harvest Moon Run medal is given to the Overall male and female winners and 1st Place medalists in the age brackets below:
🥇1-14   Male & Female
🥇15-18 Male & Female
🥇19-29 Male & Female
🥇30-39 Male & Female
🥇40-49 Male & Female
🥇50-59 Male & Female
🥇60-64 Male & Female
🥇65-69 Male & Female
🥇70-99 Male & Female

Question 9

How do I volunteer as an individual or group?

Accepted Answer

Sign up to be a Pathlighter to light the way for our 5k Moonies! Take photos of Moonie Moments!  Cheer our Moonie participants as they cross the finish line! Serve at the water stations or be a clean-up crew Moonie!  It's a fun & easy way to earn community volunteer hours!

Question 10

Can I bring canned and boxed food to donate?

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Yes! The Fill a Ford Food Truck will be parked at the entrance of the registration area to conveniently drop off your donation.  The Harvest Moon Run and Midwest Motors are driving out hunger by proudly promoting: Fill a Ford with Food! CAN you guess how much food will fill the Ford?
Add to the total by bringing canned/boxed food items (no glass please)...then guess how much food will fill the Ford...the closest guess receives a FREE Harvest Moon 5k Run registration for next year!

You can also bring food to donate at The Timbers during Packet Pick-Up from 2:00pm-6:30 PM on Friday, October 9th
All of the food will be distributed to:
Eureka-Pacific Elks Weekend Backpack Food Program
Agape Food Pantry-Pacific
Eureka Food Pantry
Feed My People-High Ridge
Peace Pantry-Cedar Hill
Suggested Food Items:
Soup
Stew
Canned fruit & vegetables
Pasta
Rice
Mac & cheese
Crackers
Peanut butter
Jelly & Jam
Hot & cold cereals
Granola Bars
Baby food & formula

Question 11

How much money did you raise for the Hunger Mission last year?

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In 2025 we donated $22,500 and collected over 3,273 food items which were distributed to:The Eureka-Pacific Elks Weekend Backpack Food ProgramAgape Food Pantry-PacificEureka Food PantryFeed My People-High RidgePeace Pantry-Cedar HillOur donation to the Elks Backpack Food Program provides food for school-aged children on the weekends and we help fill the food pantries shelves during the year. The night of our event, the Elk's Grill Deal proceeds are also a donation to their Backpack Food Program!Your generosity and our partnership with these organizations provide many families including veterans and the elderly with food throughout the year.

Question 12

Directions, please!

Accepted Answer

Directions to Route 66 State Park From I-44. 
Travel South on Hwy 109.
Turn left on Augustine Road. Turn left at the T to continue on Augustine Road.
Turn left on Williams road (immediately following a beautiful horse farm).
The entrance to Route 66 State Park is on the right, before the on-ramp to I-44 East. Follow this road (it travels parallel to I-44) under the interstate and parking volunteers will direct you from there.

Question 13

Where do I park?

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All cars will park in Route 66 State Park.  Parking attendants will direct you to your parking space. There are 3 main parking lots; the Forest Shelter, the Dogwood Shelter, and the parking lot next to the turn-around.  Overflow will be directed to park on the side of the paved street leading to the registration area or a designated grass area.  Limited handicapped parking is available. Please allow enough time to check-in and park before the race.

Question 14

Are dogs allowed at the event?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately dogs are not allowed prior, during or after the event.

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