Haunted Half Marathon
Kingsport's Haunted Half Marathon offers a spooky Halloween tradition on a fast, flat course.
Race Date
Oct 31, 2026
Location
Kingsport, TN
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, October 31, 2026
- Location
- Kingsport, Tennessee
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 13.1 Miles, 1 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 7,291
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
Kingsport's Haunted Half Marathon returns to its roots on the scenic Kingsport Greenbelt for its 18th running. This Halloween tradition weaves through a flat course, drawing rave reviews for its enjoyable and speedy path. Runners can also opt for a relay or a shorter Monster Mile.
With a median field size of around 343 finishers and a growing trend, the event attracts participants from about 10 states. The course is USATF certified and known for its flat profile, making it a potential PR course. The typical winning time hovers around 73 minutes, indicating a competitive field.
Expect a spooky Halloween atmosphere, with a costume contest adding to the festive spirit. This event is a well-established fixture, with approximately 28% of participants returning in subsequent years, highlighting its enduring appeal.
Race-provided description
7:30 am, 7:00 am (early start). 8:00 am Monster Mile. We are back to where it all began in Kingsport on a flat course on the beautiful Kingsport Greenbelt. The course has drawn rave reviews the past several years! Also, Relay (2-4 people) and Monster Mile. Very spooky Halloween Contest! Have no fear and all the spooky festivities of this Halloween tradition.
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, October 31, 2026
Start Time
7:30 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
400 Clinchfield St., Kingsport, TN, 37660
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Park
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
TN19082MS
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Quality Score
Runner Favorite9217 years running
~343 finishers a year
growing or steady
28% returning runners
USATF certified · 6 timing sources · 5 photos
runners from 10 states
winner 1:13:18
typical high 63°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
45°
Afternoon (High)
63°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
8 mph
Wind
76%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 7,291 finishers actually crossed the line across 17 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
7,291
Median time
2:07:49
Latest turnout
386
States
35
Turnout by year
2018–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Haunted Half Marathon?
The Haunted Half Marathon is held on Saturday, October 31, 2026, starting at 7:30 AM.
Where does the Haunted Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in Kingsport, Tennessee.
What distances does the Haunted Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 13.1 Miles, 1 Miles.
Is the Haunted Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Haunted Half Marathon is a ultra-flat, loop course course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
How many people run the Haunted Half Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 7,291 runners who have completed the Haunted Half Marathon.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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