About the HCA Wicked 5K 2026
The course runs on closed roads and groomed gravel trails around Hopkinton Center for the Arts, staying mostly flat throughout. It is a Halloween-themed event, so costumes show up in force, and the atmosphere leans toward fun over speed. The race benefits the arts center, a local nonprofit, so the entry fee goes directly toward its programming.
A short dash for young kids runs just before the main event, which makes the morning work well for families. The start area is at the arts center itself, so there is a natural gathering spot before and after the race.
