Saturday, October 31st, 2026
Rain Date: Sunday, October 26th
Fifth Lake Hudson Valley (formerly Williams Lake)
424 Williams Lake Rd, Rosendale
Online Registration now open!
https://zippy-reg.com/register/zombierun
Kick off your Halloween at UlsterCorps’ 16th Annual Zombie Escape, Saturday October 31st, 2026 (Sunday November 1st rain date), at Fifth Lake Hudson Valley (formerly Williams Lake) in Rosendale. Events include a 5k timed trail run, 2k walk and a free 1k Fun Run for kids. The Zombie Escape is UlsterCorps’ primary annual fundraiser, and a perfect family friendly way to start your Halloween while supporting a great cause. Enjoy the spectacular fall foliage and beautiful trails at Fifth Lake Hudson Valley, while passing zombies and other spooky surprises hiding in the woods, tunnels and caves. All runners including kids will receive a themed race medal. Custom awards in overall and age groups for the 5K. Register for the 5K Race or 2K Walk by Friday October 2nd and receive a FREE t-shirt! Teams with 10 or more members who register by 10/2/26 can have their team name or logo displayed on the shirts!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Volunteer ZOMBIES and other helpers are welcome to assist with this event. Volunteers who register by Friday October 3rd receive a free t-shirt! All volunteers receive free refreshments at the event.
Assistance is needed in the following areas:
Saturday October 31st:
(rain date Sunday Nov 1st)
8:00-10:45am: Event setup
8:45-11:30am: Registration table & t-shirt distribution
9-11:30am: Parking & Greeting
9:45am-12:30pm: Course Navigators
10am-1pm: Zombies!!
10am-12:30pm: Water stop
10:45am-12:30pm: Finish Line Assistance
12-1:30pm: Cleanup
To register as a volunteer for the event, please sign up here.
To learn more or sponsor the event, please email zombies@ulstercorps.org or call/text us at 845-481-0331.
All proceeds benefit UlsterCorps. Thank you for your support!
