Dare to Scare 5k

Dare to Scare 5k & Sweet Treat Fun Run is a spooky-themed running event in Manteo, North Carolina. The 5k run/walk starts at the Coastal Studies Institute in Wanchese and finishes at the Virginia S. Tillett Community Center, while the Sweet Treat Fun Run begins and ends at VTCC.

The day features a spooky, family-friendly atmosphere with a costume contest, medals for all finishers, and festive swag for the Fun Run. The event offers pre-race festivities, virtual participation, and coordinated transportation. Pricing is tiered, with early registration offering guaranteed shirts and medals while supplies last. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.