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Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (43)

Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (43)

Haunted Half Marathon in Bowling Green offers a unique gravel out-and-back course with a festive atmosphere.

Race Date

Oct 24, 2026

Location

Bowling Green, KY

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Location
Bowling Green, Kentucky
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
Course
Out & Back
Terrain
Mixed
USATF certified
Not listed

Highlights

Good For

PR Friendly

Atmosphere

Party FinishGreat Medal

Course

Well Marked

The Experience

The Haunted Half Marathon at Bowling Green, KY, presents a distinctive race day experience on a gravel out-and-back course. Runners can choose from 5K, 10K, and half marathon distances, all sharing a common route that is repeated multiple times to achieve the target mileage.

The course is designed as a series of out-and-back segments, with the half marathon completing six repetitions. The ~0 ft elevation gain and loss suggest a predominantly flat profile, making it a potentially fast course for those aiming for personal bests. The race is timed to start at 8:00 AM, with packet pickup conveniently available shortly before the event.

This event is part of a series that emphasizes community and fun, with awards for best costumes and series points contributing to a lively atmosphere. The 3.5-hour time limit provides ample opportunity for runners of various paces to complete their chosen distance.

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

9222 Nashville Rd, Bowling Green, KY, 42101

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Out & Back

Terrain

mixed

Surface

Dirt Trail

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

5K10K

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage0/20

first year

Size0/15

no finisher counts yet

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

needs a few years of results

Course & details5/15

3 timing sources

National draw0/10

no finisher data yet

Front-pack speed0/5

no winner time yet

Weather5/10

typical high 70°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

50°

Afternoon (High)

70°

Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish

0.1"

Precipitation

10 mph

Wind

64%

Humidity

Frequently asked

When is the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (43)?

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

Where does the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (43) take place?

It takes place in Bowling Green, Kentucky.

What distances does the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (43) offer?

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

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

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

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