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Pumpkin Patch
 

 
JEB Little Creek - October 2
MWR is hosting a pumpkin patch at the Library on Friday, October 2 at 5 PM. Get into the fall spirit with a free pumpkin while supplies last. Pumpkins will be given out one per family.

 
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Grunt Run & Runt Grunt
 

 
NSA HR - Northwest - October 3
Come join us for our annual Grunt Run & Runt Grunt on Saturday, October 3 at the Northwest Parade Grounds. The Runt Grunt course will open at 9 AM and the Grunt Run will begin at 10 AM. Registration is required and same day registration opens at 8:30 AM for the Runt Grunt and 9 AM for the Grunt Run.

 
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Family Spooky Science: Puking Pumpkin
 

 
JEB Fort Story - October 3
Enjoy hands-on Halloween fun that blends creativity with STEM learning. We are hosting a family spooky science: puking pumpkins event on Saturday, October 3 from 2 to 4 PM at the Library. Registration is required and on pumpkin per family.

 
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Outdoor Movie
 

 
Cheatham Annex - October 9
Enjoy a movie under the stars on Friday, October 9 from 9 to 11 PM at Building 599 outdoor field. Bring your own blankets or lawn chairs and we will provide the popcorn.

 
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Fall Ball Golf Tournament
 

 
Cheatham Annex - October 10
Enjoy some fall golf on Saturday, October 10 at Deer Cove Golf Club. There is a 9 AM shotgun start. Registration is required. All events are subject to change, cancellation or rescheduling due to participation.

 
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Pink Ribbon 5K
 

 
NSA HR - Portsmouth - October 16
Come together for a great cause! MWR is hosting a Pink Ribbon Run 5K on Friday, October 16 from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM at Riverview Fitness Center. Registration is required.

 
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Strongman & Strongwoman Competition
 

 
JEB Little Creek - October 16
Our signature event is back! Join MWR for our Strongman & Strongwoman Competition on Friday, October 16 beginning at 11 AM at Sulinski Field. Registration is required.

 
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Barbarian Bruiser
 

 
Cheatham Annex - October 17
Prepare for the journey as you tackle a thrilling 7-mile adventure race, MWR's Barbarian Bruiser. This event will be held on Saturday, October 17 at 9 AM. Registration is required.

 
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Trick or Trot 5K
 

 
JEB Fort Story - October 17
Dress creatively and run MWR Fitness' Trick or Trot 5K on Saturday, October 17. The race begins at 9:30 AM at the Fort Story Fitness Center. Registration is required.

 
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Halloween Hustle & Kids' Spooky Shuffle
 

 
NSA Portsmouth, VA - October 17
Get spooky at the Halloween Hustle 5K and Kids Spooky Shuffle on Saturday, October 17 at St. Julien's Creek. The Kids Spooky Shuffle is from 9:15 to 9:50 AM and the 5K will begin at 10 AM. Registration is required.

 
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Trunk or Treat
 

 
NSA HR - Portsmouth - October 17
Get ready for a spooky-tacular evening on Saturday, October 17 from 5 to 7 PM. MWR is hosting a Trunk or Treat at River's Edge Community Center parking lot. Registration is required for those who would like to decorate their vehicle.

 
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Haunted Hallow Night Trunk or Treat
 

 
JEB Little Creek - October 17
Calling all ghouls, ghosts, and everything spooky! Join us on Saturday, October 17 for our annual Haunted Hallow Night Trunk or Treat will be from 6 to 8 PM at the NEX parking lot.

 
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Pumpkin Patch 5K
 

 
NAS Oceana - October 22
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and embrace the Pumpkin Patch 5K on Thursday, October 22 at Flightline Fitness Center. The race will begin at 11:30 AM. Registration is required.

 
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Halloween Spooktacular
 

 
NSA HR - Headquarters - October 23
Grab your costume and bring your spooky spirit on Friday, October 23 from 6 to 8 PM at Cutter Park for a Halloween Spooktacular Event.

 
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Field Day
 

 
NSA HR - Headquarters - October 23
Race, cheer, and compete on Friday, October 23 from 11 AM to 1 PM at JFSC Soccer Field for a field day.

 
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Haunted Harvest
 

 
NSA HR - Northwest - October 23
Up for a hauntingly good time? MWR is hosting a Haunted Harvest on Friday, October 23 from 5 to 8 PM at Mariner Recreation Center. Enjoy pumpkin decorating, a candy apple bar, and more!

 
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Trunk or Treat & Fall Festival
 

 
NAS Oceana - October 24
From spooky trunks to harvest fun! MWR is hosting a Trunk or Treat & Fall Festival on Saturday, October 24 from 3 to 6 PM in the parking lot of Aeropalms Water Park.

 
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Haunted Happenings
 

 
NSA Portsmouth, VA - October 24
Get into the spirit of spooky season at MWR's Community Recreation Haunted Happenings on Saturday, October 24 from 6 to 9 PM at Strike Zone Bowling Alley. Come enjoy pumpkin decorating, bowling, and more!

 
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Doggie Trot
 

 
NSA HR - Northwest - October 24
Bring your fur baby out for a morning of fun on Saturday, October 24 from 9 to 11 AM for a doggie trot. We will meet outside of the Fitness Center, building 65.

 
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Pumpkin Carving Competition
 

 
JEB Little Creek - October 24
Show off your carving skills, as we host a pumpkin carving competition on Saturday, October 24 from 3 to 5 PM inside the Library. Registration is required. This event is free and open to active duty E-1 to E-6 only.

 
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Hunt Club Farm Trip
 

 
WPNSTA Yorktown - October 24
Go on an outing as we travel to Hunt Club Farm on Saturday, October 24 from 12 to 5 PM. This event is free for Liberty and $5 for Community Recreation patrons.

 
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Pumpkin Carving Class
 

 
Cheatham Annex - October 26
Get into the spooky season by carving pumpkins on Monday, October 26 from 4 to 6 PM at 4th Street Grill.

 
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Aero-Boo-Thon
 

 
NSA HR - Headquarters - October 28
Boo-st your fitness on Wednesday, October 28 from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM during our Aero-Boo-Thon. This is a fun packed hour of spooky exercises and refreshments are provided.

 
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Glow Cycle and Yoga: Halloween Edition
 

 
JEB Fort Story - October 29
MWR Fitness is hosting an energetic cycling class with a calm yoga class. Turn off the lights and glow-in-the-dark at the Fitness Center on Thursday, October 29 at 11:45 AM. Registration is required.

 
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Trunk or Treat
 

 
NAVSTA Norfolk - October 30
Get ready for a wonderful evening! MWR is hosting a Trunk or Treat on Friday, October 30 from 5 to 7:30 PM at the NEX parking lot. Registration is required for those who would like to decorate their vehicle.

 
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Fall Festival
 

 
WPNSTA Yorktown - October 30
Grab your flannel and your favorite people on Friday, October 30 from 6 to 8 PM at Sports Zone Fitness Center. Enjoy an evening with ghouls and goblins, fun games, and more to celebrate fall.

 
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Movie in the Park
 

 
NSA HR - Headquarters - October 30
Popcorn tastes better under the stars! Join us on Friday, October 30 at 6:30 PM at Cutter Park for movies in the park. Please bring your own lawn chairs.

 
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