ABOUT

The Hairy Gorilla Half Marathon & Squirrelly Six Mile is part running race, part costume party, and is truly among the most unique events you'll ever do! Be on the look out for gorillas that have gone bananas, nutty squirrels, graves with your own names on them, and other inanity to keep you smiling and enjoying the beautiful views that await!

In 2024, join us for our 20th year of festive running mayhem at an event that has been dubbed the Best Costume Trail Race in America by Runnersworld!

WHEN

Sunday, October 27, 2024
8:00AM: Packet Pick-up Starts (until 9AM)
8:55AM: Costume Contest and Gorilla Impersonation Contest Line-up
9:00AM: Start of the Gorilla Chase Kids Race (~Half Mile for 12 and under)
9:30AM: Start of the HGH&SS
10:48AM: Cut-off for 13.1M to continue past 5.75M (otherwise you are switched to the 6M)
11AM: 6M Awards Ceremony
12PM: 13.1M Awards Ceremony
12:45PM: Entire Course Cut-off / Event Over

WHERE

Thacher State Park*
1 Hailes Cave Road
Voorheesville, NY 12186

ENTRY FEE SCHEDULE

AMENITIES

Get ready for a great time! It's all about Halloween at this event - you are highly encouraged to dress up. Our volunteers will be costumed, we make a grave yard with the names of many of our pre-registered runners, and the course is even decorated in sections to be very spooky!

Post race, you'll receive a sweet finisher's medal and AWESOME post race food! Do note that there is not a merchandise item included with your registration.

Our kids race is always a treat!

KIDS RACE

Want to see something adorable? Check out this ~Half Mile kids event! While open to children 12 and under, most who participate range in age from 3 to 6 and always come in costume. Entry is $5/child and includes a custom finisher medal and post race snacks.

PETS & STROLLERS

While you may have them on-site at the event, you are not permitted to participate with pets or strollers.

VOLUNTEER

Be part of the Halloween fun! We welcome you to join us as a volunteer and help make it a true Halloween delight!