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Haunted 5K & 13.1M at Hickory, NC (40)

Haunted 5K & 13.1M at Hickory, NC (40)

Haunted 5K & 13.1M offers a unique out-and-back course with a costume contest in Hickory, NC.

Race Date

Oct 3, 2026

Location

Hickory, NC

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Location
Hickory, North Carolina
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K
Course
Out & Back
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
5

Highlights

Good For

Beginner Friendly

Atmosphere

Party FinishGreat MedalWell Organized

Course

Well Marked

The Experience

The Haunted 5K & 13.1M in Hickory, North Carolina, presents a distinctive race day experience centered around a creative costume contest. Runners are encouraged to don their most spirited attire, with a group photo taken before the start and awards for the best costumes.

The course features an out-and-back design, with the half marathon completing this loop six times and the 5K doing it twice. The event is timed to allow for a 3.5-hour completion window, and all finishers are recognized with a themed medal.

This race is part of the US Road Running Race Series, offering participants a chance to earn series points. The event is managed through RunSignup, with packet pickup available shortly before the race start.

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 3, 2026

Start Time

8:30 AM

Start Location

1581 12th St Dr NW, Hickory, NC, 28601

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Out & Back

Terrain

road

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

5K

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage2/20

1 year running

Size3/15

~5 finishers a year

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

0% returning runners

Course & details8/15

3 timing sources · 3 photos

National draw2/10

runners from 2 states

Front-pack speed1/5

winner 1:27:32

Weather0/10

typical high 76°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

58°

Afternoon (High)

76°

Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively

0.1"

Precipitation

7 mph

Wind

76%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 5 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.

Most recent

2025

Total finishers

5

Median time

1:54:37

Latest turnout

5

States

2

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:25p50 median ≈ 1:502:20
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Race Photos

Frequently asked

When is the Haunted 5K & 13.1M at Hickory, NC (40)?

The Haunted 5K & 13.1M at Hickory, NC (40) is held on Saturday, October 3, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.

Where does the Haunted 5K & 13.1M at Hickory, NC (40) take place?

It takes place in Hickory, North Carolina.

What distances does the Haunted 5K & 13.1M at Hickory, NC (40) offer?

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

Is the Haunted 5K & 13.1M at Hickory, NC (40) course flat and good for a PR?

The Haunted 5K & 13.1M at Hickory, NC (40) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.

How many people run the Haunted 5K & 13.1M at Hickory, NC (40)?

HalfRuns has finish records for 5 runners who have completed the Haunted 5K & 13.1M at Hickory, NC (40).

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