Elmwood Park invites your business to take center stage at the 5th Annual Nightmare in Elmwood 5k & Fun Run on Saturday, October 24, 2026!

Each October, hundreds of Midlands families, regional runners, and local residents flood our historic streets for a high-energy, spooky-fun morning. This isn’t just a race—it’s a premier opportunity to showcase your brand to a passionate, highly engaged audience.

Why Sponsor the Nightmare in Elmwood?

• 📈 Rapid Growth & Maximum Visibility: Our runner count has nearly doubled—surging from 350 participants in 2022 to over 650 in 2025! This year, we’re on track to welcome 700+ runners and hundreds of cheering spectators.

• 🎯 Direct Access to Local Families: Position your brand directly in front of active Midlands families, young professionals, neighborhood homeowners, and fitness enthusiasts across SC, NC, and GA.

• 🤝 High-Impact Community Goodwill: 100% of net race proceeds go directly back into our historic 501(c)(3) neighborhood initiatives—funding crucial pedestrian & traffic safety projects, historic preservation, and local charitable efforts like our Harvest Hope Food Bank drive.

• 📣 Multi-Channel Brand Exposure: From race-day banners and logo placement on 700+ participant shirts to targeted social media campaigns and email blasts, our customizable packages ensure your business gets noticed.

A Frightfully Good Partnership

As a 100+ year-old historic district listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Elmwood Park is famous for going all out for Halloween. From elaborate porch displays to costumed runners and festive finish-line treats, this event creates a memorable halo effect for every business involved.

We offer several sponsorship tiers tailored to fit your marketing goals and budget—whether you're looking for prime logo placement, booth space at the finish line, or promotional inserts in our runner swag bags.

Ready to stand out as a premier community partner?

Explore our sponsorship packages below or contact our race coordinator, Ebonn Twilley, today to reserve your spot!