

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
Atmosphere
Course
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
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
Course Map
1 other map for this race
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 70°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (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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