Looking for a fun way to get into the fall spirit while also achieving your fitness goals? Don’t forget to register to participate in the upcoming annual Dare to Scare 5K & Sweet Treat Fun Run event, which will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at the Virginia S. Tillett Community Center in Manteo!
The Dare to Scare 5K is a unique race that leads runners and walkers along a scenic trail throughout parts of Skyco and Manteo. Participants are encouraged to dress in their Halloween best at the race for a chance to win a prize. Prizes will also be awarded to the top three male and top three female race finishers, as well as individuals who participate in the costume contest. Pre-race activities will be held at the Coastal Studies Institute for runners and walkers to participate in prior to enjoying the course.
The starting line for the Dare to Scare 5K will be at the Coastal Studies Institute (850 N.C. Highway 345, Wanchese), and the finish line will be at the Virginia S. Tillett Community Center (950 Marshall C. Collins Drive, Manteo). The Fun Run will take place at the Virginia S. Tillett Community Center. The Dare to Scare 5K will begin at 8 a.m., and the Fun Run will begin at 9 a.m. All 5K participants are encouraged to park at the Virginia S. Tillett Community Center; transportation from the Virginia S. Tillett Community Center to the starting line will be provided until 7:15 a.m. Please note that no return trips will be provided after the race.
This Dare to Scare 5K and Sweet Treat Fun Run event—which benefits the annual Virginia S. Tillett Community Center Toy Drive that takes place each December—is being held in collaboration with the Virginia S. Tillett Community Center, Coastal Studies Institute, OBX Go Far and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau. Registration will remain open until the day of the race (Saturday, October 25, 2025). For more information or to register for the event, please click the button below or call the Virginia S. Tillett Community Center at 252-475-9270.
Register Today at DareNC.gov/5K!
