Run participants and spectators are invited to wear costumes in this Halloween-themed run benefiting the Autism Society of Alabama. The 5K event is for both competitive amateur runners and recreational walkers. The race will begin at 8 a.m. following a warm-up led by ICON Performance of Cahaba Heights. Immediately after the run, awards and prizes will be presented to winners of the run and the adult and children’s costume contests. The shops of Heights Village will provide children’s activities, food, beverages and special store promotions and sales during the run after-party. T-shirts will be given to the first 200 who register by Oct. 5. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/HeightsVillage. The 5K registration is $25 through Sept. 30 and $35 after. Register online at Active.com. Make checks to R&R Investments, LLC and mail them to Metropolitan Properties re: Halloween Hustle, 3162 Heights Village, Birmingham, AL 35243. Runners can pick up race packets Oct. 11 from 4-7 p.m. or Oct. 12 from noon-7 p.m. at Fleet Feet Sports, 3120 Heights Village.