Spooky Sprint- St. Louis
St. Louis's Spooky Sprint offers a Halloween-themed half marathon with a focus on fun and family.
Race Date
Oct 24, 2026
Location
St. Louis, MO
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, October 24, 2026
- Location
- St. Louis, Missouri
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 50m, 1 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, Virtual Race, Volunteer then Run
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 260
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Spooky Sprint in St. Louis brings a festive Halloween spirit to the half marathon distance, making it a fun event for all ages. This race, first run in 2023 and now in its third edition, typically sees around 77 finishers, with about 29% of participants returning in subsequent years. Runners come from approximately seven states, drawn by the unique theme and family-friendly atmosphere.
The course is a flat, paved loop, offering a straightforward path for runners. Participants can expect a straightforward race experience, with chip timing and live results. The event emphasizes fun and community, with a virtual race option available for those who can't attend in person. The finish line rewards runners with delicious treats and custom medals.
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
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
TBD, St. Louis, MO, 63043
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
Course Map
Quality Score
Standout613 years running
~92 finishers a year
shrinking
29% returning runners
3 timing sources · 8 photos
runners from 7 states
winner 0:14:03
typical high 68°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
50°
Afternoon (High)
68°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.2"
Precipitation
12 mph
Wind
66%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 260 finishers actually crossed the line across 3 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
260
Median time
2:15:32
Latest turnout
77
States
15
Turnout by year
2023–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Spooky Sprint- St. Louis?
The Spooky Sprint- St. Louis is held on Saturday, October 24, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Spooky Sprint- St. Louis take place?
It takes place in St. Louis, Missouri.
What distances does the Spooky Sprint- St. Louis offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 50m, 1 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, Virtual Race, Volunteer then Run.
Is the Spooky Sprint- St. Louis course flat and good for a PR?
The Spooky Sprint- St. Louis is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Spooky Sprint- St. Louis?
HalfRuns has finish records for 260 runners who have completed the Spooky Sprint- St. Louis.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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