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Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Montgomery, AL (43)

Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Montgomery, AL (43)

Haunted Half Marathon offers a unique Halloween-themed race experience in Montgomery, Alabama.

Race Date

Oct 24, 2026

Location

Montgomery, AL

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Location
Montgomery, Alabama
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
Course
Out & Back
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
7

Highlights

Good For

PR FriendlyBeginner Friendly

Atmosphere

Party FinishGreat MedalGreat Swag

Course

Fast Flat

The Experience

The Haunted Half Marathon in Montgomery, Alabama, transforms a scenic park into a festive Halloween-themed racecourse. Runners can choose from 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon distances, all utilizing an out-and-back format within the park's open spaces.

The course is designed to be flat and fast, making it an ideal setting for those looking to achieve personal bests. With a generous 3-hour and 30-minute time limit, the event is welcoming to a wide range of running abilities. The race is part of the US Road Running series, offering points and awards for top finishers.

Participants can look forward to finisher medals, custom shirts, and a chance to win a best costume award, adding a playful element to the competition. The event is well-supported with restrooms near the start and ample parking, ensuring a smooth race day experience.

Race-provided description

US Road Running Races US Road Running races are built for runners and walkers who like friendly, low-pressure race days with just enough competition to keep things exciting. Our events are local, welcoming, and easy to jump into, whether you are chasing a PR, collecting another themed medal, working toward series points, or just getting outside with good people. Most races are small enough to feel personal but organized enough to feel official. You can expect a clear course, helpful race staff, finisher medals, results, and a relaxed community feel. Bring your fast shoes, your steady walking pace, your favorite running buddy, or your best “I signed up for this on purpose” smile. We will be glad to see you at the start line. A quick race-day note: because many US Road Running events are small local races, we normally have one or two staff members at each race. EMS is not stationed on site, and water stations are limited to the finish area at the end of each lap and at the race finish. Please plan for the weather, bring anything you may want between laps, and check in with race staff if you need help. View Race Course, Results, and Race Information on the US Road Running race page.

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, October 24, 2026

Start Time

8:00 AM

Start Location

1 Festival Dr, Montgomery, AL, 36117

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Out & Back

Terrain

road

Scenery

Park

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

5K10K

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage4/20

2 years running

Size3/15

~3.5 finishers a year

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

0% returning runners

Course & details5/15

3 timing sources

National draw0/10

runners from 1 state

Front-pack speed0/5

winner 2:08:41

Weather0/10

typical high 78°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

54°

Afternoon (High)

78°

Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively

0.1"

Precipitation

9 mph

Wind

67%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 7 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.

Most recent

2025

Total finishers

7

Median time

2:13:55

Latest turnout

4

States

2

10%
25%
75%
90%
2:05p50 median ≈ 2:102:40

Turnout by year

20242025

'24'25
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Frequently asked

When is the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Montgomery, AL (43)?

The Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Montgomery, AL (43) is held on Saturday, October 24, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.

Where does the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Montgomery, AL (43) take place?

It takes place in Montgomery, Alabama.

What distances does the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Montgomery, AL (43) offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.

Is the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Montgomery, AL (43) course flat and good for a PR?

The Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Montgomery, AL (43) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.

How many people run the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Montgomery, AL (43)?

HalfRuns has finish records for 7 runners who have completed the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Montgomery, AL (43).

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