Spooky Sprint- Greater Atlanta
Spooky Sprint offers a Halloween-themed half marathon with festive swag and a family-friendly atmosphere.
Race Date
Oct 18, 2026
Location
Dacula, GA
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, October 18, 2026
- Location
- Dacula, Georgia
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 1 Mile, 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, Kids Dash, Virtual Race, Volunteer then Run
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 162
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Spooky Sprint in Greater Atlanta transforms race day into a Halloween celebration, offering a half marathon alongside shorter distances and a kids' dash. This event is designed for family fun, with participants encouraged to embrace the festive spirit.
Runners can expect a chip-timed half marathon, complete with a custom bib, a designer t-shirt, and a custom finisher medal. The course is described as flat with minimal elevation change, making it potentially favorable for setting personal bests. The event also includes a 5k, 10k, and a 1-mile run, ensuring options for all ages and abilities.
Beyond the race itself, the Spooky Sprint provides delicious treats at the finish line and free photos for participants. A virtual race option is also available for those who cannot attend in person. The event aims to be a memorable experience, with a focus on community and holiday cheer.
Race-provided description
Join us for the annual Spooky Sprint 5k/10k & Half Marathon! A fun, Halloween-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes -Great Swag -
designer shirt & custom medal
Chip-timing with live results and awards
Free photos
Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line
Plenty of fun!
Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag! *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!
Half Marathon registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)
*Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, October 18, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
Harbins Dog Park, Dacula, GA, 30019
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
3 years running
~52 finishers a year
growing or steady
3% returning runners
3 timing sources
runners from 10 states
winner 1:27:22
typical high 0°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
0°
Afternoon (High)
0°
Cool conditions — dress in layers, perfect for fast times
0.0"
Precipitation
0 mph
Wind
0%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 162 finishers actually crossed the line across 3 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
162
Median time
2:11:15
Latest turnout
80
States
14
Turnout by year
2023–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Frequently asked
When is the Spooky Sprint- Greater Atlanta?
The Spooky Sprint- Greater Atlanta is held on Sunday, October 18, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Spooky Sprint- Greater Atlanta take place?
It takes place in Dacula, Georgia.
What distances does the Spooky Sprint- Greater Atlanta offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 1 Mile, 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, Kids Dash, Virtual Race, Volunteer then Run.
Is the Spooky Sprint- Greater Atlanta course flat and good for a PR?
The Spooky Sprint- Greater Atlanta is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Spooky Sprint- Greater Atlanta?
HalfRuns has finish records for 162 runners who have completed the Spooky Sprint- Greater Atlanta.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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