Spooky Sprint - Toledo
Toledo's Spooky Sprint offers a Halloween-themed half marathon with custom swag and a festive finish.
Race Date
Oct 4, 2026
Location
Toledo, OH
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, October 4, 2026
- Location
- Toledo, Ohio
- 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
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Spooky Sprint in Toledo transforms the city into a Halloween playground for runners. This festive half marathon, part of a larger event including 5k, 10k, and kids' races, draws participants for its unique theme and quality giveaways.
Runners can expect a flat, fast course, ideal for setting personal bests, all within the welcoming atmosphere of Toledo. The event is celebrated for its custom finisher medals and designer shirts, with registration deadlines emphasized for guaranteed swag. Post-race, participants are treated to delicious goodies, making it a memorable experience for all ages.
With a steady field trend, the Spooky Sprint has become a beloved annual tradition, offering a fun and engaging race day for families and runners alike, complete with a virtual option for those unable to attend in person.
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 4, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
University of Toledo, Toledo, OH, 43606
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
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
2 timing sources
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 73°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
55°
Afternoon (High)
73°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
11 mph
Wind
71%
Humidity
Frequently asked
When is the Spooky Sprint - Toledo?
The Spooky Sprint - Toledo is held on Sunday, October 4, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Spooky Sprint - Toledo take place?
It takes place in Toledo, Ohio.
What distances does the Spooky Sprint - Toledo 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 - Toledo course flat and good for a PR?
The Spooky Sprint - Toledo is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
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