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Nightmare in Elmwood 5K & Kids Fun Run

2027 dates TBA Family-friendly

Halloween festival in Columbia, SC. The Village Church, 2204 Park St, Columbia, SC

Type: Halloween festival
Dates: 2027 dates TBA
Hours: 2026: Oct 24, 10 AM
Cost: 2024: $40 5K registration
Scare level: Family-friendly

Costumed Halloween road race through Columbia's Elmwood neighborhood, with a separate fun run for kids. It is held on a Saturday morning in late October.

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