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Run like Hell in Salem, MA at the Devils Chase 6.66 and Creepy Clown 3.33 

Date: Saturday, October 21st

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Bid on the 666 bib and 333 bib: BIDDING HAS ENDED

Start Times:
8:00AM – Creepy Clown 3.33 Miler
8:10AM – Devils Chase 6.66 Miler

START Location: GPS: 129 Fort Avenue, Salem, MA 01970 (Salem Willows Soccer Field)

666 Event Description:
The Devils Chase 6.66 Mile Run, named to the Top Nine Costume Runs in the World, is the best and most unique event you will run in all year long. 98% of participants dress up in costume, majority Devil Theme costumes. People from all over the world venture to Historic Salem and join us for one Hell of a Good time. The Devils Chase attracts more than 1000 Devils donning their favorite horns with pitchforks in hand for a scenic 6.66 mile race past a variety of Salem’s well-known landmarks including the Salem Common, Salem Witch Museum, a Real Haunted House, the Custom House, Salem’s Derby Wharf, the House of Seven Gables and more. The course provides two sections of in and outs allowing runners to pass their fellow Devils and admire all of the unique and entertaining costumes. You’ll know you’re nearing the end of the race when you begin running through an eerie spooky foggy finish.

666 Fees:
$35 through 6/30
$45 through 7/31
$50 through 8/31
$55 through 9/30
$60 through 10/20
Race Day $65
**No Shirt - Save $10
***Virtual Option - $30

333 Event Description:
Break out your creepy clown outfits and join in the costume fun, the Saturday before Halloween, in Salem, MA for a unique 3.33 mile run through the historic streets of the Witch City.

3.33 Fees:
$25 through 6/31
$30 through 8/31
$35 through 10/14
Race Week: $40
Race day: $45
**No Shirt - Save $10
***Virtual Option - $30
Swag: Cozy long sleeve t-shirts to pre-registered participants on or before 10/1. Finisher medals to all participants. 

Merchandise: You’ll have the opportunity to purchase addl. Devils Chase & Creepy Clown merchandise during online checkout, packet pick or post race on race day. (Cash/check/credit/venmo)

Course: The 666 and 333 courses pass a variety of Salem’s well known landmarks including the Salem Common, the Custom House, Salem’s Derby Wharf, the House of Seven Gables, Winter Island and more. Click here to see the Devils Chase map 

Packet Pick-Up Options:
**You may pick up your friend’s packets.
Friday, October 20th, bnsfrom 3-6 PM at the B&S Fitness Facility (GPS: 90 Leavitt St. Salem, MA)
Race Day, Saturday, October 21st at race site from 6:45-8AM (Salem Willows Soccer Field, GPS: 129 Fort Ave, Salem, MA)

666 Award Details:
$150 Cash Prize to the Top Male & Female Devil (See mandatory costume details below)
Overall Male/Female Finisher
Top 3 M/F in each age group: Under 19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Top 3 Fastest Teams
Largest Team

Devil Costume Prize Requirement:
Must include, horns, pitchfork, and a cape or tail for the 1st place M/F Cash Prizes!

333 Award Details:
$75 Cash Prize to the Top Male & Female Clown (See mandatory costume details below)
Overall Male/Female Finisher
Top M/F in each age group: Under 19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

Clown Costume Prize Requirement:
You MUST be in a clown costume (mask or face paint) to win cash prize.

Team Challenge: Teams must have a minimum of 3 people to participate in the team challenge. A team can have more people, however, only the top 3 finishers’ times will be scored. You can create or join a team when registering! Awards will be given to the three fastest teams and the largest participating team.

Dogs/Strollers: We do welcome dogs and strollers. We do ask that you line up in the back at the start line. All dogs must be leashed at all times.

Post Race Festivities: East Regiment Beer Company will be pouring 4 kinds of beer, Mimosas provided by Salem Wine Imports, an assortment of food and drink will be available post race including warm/cold cider, pumpkin bread and more. DJ Lanie Mac will be blasting the tunes!! We encourage you to visit downtown Salem where there are several restaurants, bars, cafes and boutique shops that are worth checking out. 

Event Beneficiaries: The Devils Chase supports a variety of organizations including the Salem Children’s Charity, Fellowship Christian Academy and Good Sports, Inc.

Accommodations: Hawthorne Hotel, The Hotel Salem and The Salem Waterfront Hotel are our three recommendations. Please be sure to book as soon as possible as rooms will fill up fast. 

Race Refunds & Event Cancellations: We understand life happens and things may come up. We’ve implemented a defer and transfer policy for FREE up to a certain date for all B&S events. Refunds, transfers or deferments made after said date will incur a small fee for administration purposes. In the case of event cancellation due to public safety, inclement weather or some other unforeseen power at be, the event will then become virtual.

Questions: Please email B&S Event Management at [email protected] or call 978-204-8588.