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Spookasaurus (formerly Kooky Not Spooky), An Awesomesauce Event presented by Run Chattanooga

Spookasaurus (formerly Kooky Not Spooky), An Awesomesauce Event presented by Run Chattanooga

Spookasaurus Half Marathon: a flat, fun Halloween costume run along the Tennessee River.

Race Date

Oct 24, 2026

Location

Chattanooga, TN

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Location
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 10K, 5K
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed

Highlights

Good For

Beginner Friendly

Atmosphere

Low KeyWell Supported

Course

Fast FlatScenic Route

The Experience

Celebrate Halloween with the Spookasaurus Half Marathon, a delightfully low-key costume run along the Tennessee River in Chattanooga. The course is essentially pancake-flat, following a paved path that meanders past the Chickamauga Dam and behind Chattanooga State, with river views throughout. It's a loop course that brings you back to the start/finish area multiple times, perfect for drop bags and shedding costume layers.

The vibe is intentionally non-competitive — think group run with finish times and medals. Organizers emphasize fun over speed, with aid stations stocked with Gatorade, water, Gu, and snacks, plus real flushing toilets (a boon for costumed runners). The 4-hour time limit welcomes walkers and first-timers.

Your entry includes race swag, a finisher medal for all distances, and post-race food — plus, of course, tons of candy along the way. It's a charming, low-pressure way to celebrate Halloween with fellow fun-loving runners.

Race-provided description

What's better than running by yourself? Putting on a costume and running (or walking!) with a bunch of crazy fun people, that's what! Celebrate Halloween with us, running, walking, prancing,  parading along the beautiful Tennessee River, with a bunch of the funnest people you've ever met, and of course, tons of candy! The course is basically completely flat, on a paved path that meanders by the Chickamauga Dam, behind the campus of Chattanooga State, and alongside the Tennessee River. We have toilets that flush and sinks with running water and soap. Because fighting with your costume in a port-o-potty sounds like a recipe for disaster. You will pass the start/finish/aid station area multiple times throughout the race. This means you're welcome to leave a drop bag to access your own personal goodies and you can shed layers as you warm up. This is also a good place to reapply sunscreen, address any potential issues such as blisters, etc. The race is super low-key and non-competitive; we'd prefer to race you vs. you, not you vs. anyone else. It's a group run type atmosphere, just with finish times and medals at the end! There is a 4 hour time limit for all distances. Walkers are welcome! Your registration fee includes entry into the race distance of your choosing, race swag, finisher medal for all distances, and our usual aid station setup including Gatorade, water, Gu, and snacks and post-race food. We promise we will keep you full of all the candy you need to pre-game for the big night! As with any other race put on by any other company, registration fees and add-on fees are final and are not refundable or transferable for any reason. Prices are subject to change. The races will go on rain, snow, or shine. Costumes are encouraged, but not mandatory. This is a family event, so please keep your costume kid-friendly! We recommend doing a training run or two in your costume. We're happy to assist with first aid for chafing, but it's a lot easier if you are ready for it, instead of discovering it a couple of miles in! Strollers are welcome, just be responsible in your use of your stroller!

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, October 24, 2026

Start Time

8:30 AM

Start Location

4301 Amnicola Highway, Chattanooga, TN, 37406

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Scenery

Lake River

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

10K5K

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage0/20

first year

Size0/15

no finisher counts yet

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

needs a few years of results

Course & details3/15

3 timing sources

National draw0/10

no finisher data yet

Front-pack speed0/5

no winner time yet

Weather2/10

typical high 71°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

50°

Afternoon (High)

71°

Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively

0.1"

Precipitation

8 mph

Wind

70%

Humidity

Frequently asked

When is the Spookasaurus (formerly Kooky Not Spooky), An Awesomesauce Event presented by Run Chattanooga?

The Spookasaurus (formerly Kooky Not Spooky), An Awesomesauce Event presented by Run Chattanooga is held on Saturday, October 24, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.

Where does the Spookasaurus (formerly Kooky Not Spooky), An Awesomesauce Event presented by Run Chattanooga take place?

It takes place in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

What distances does the Spookasaurus (formerly Kooky Not Spooky), An Awesomesauce Event presented by Run Chattanooga offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 10K, 5K.

Is the Spookasaurus (formerly Kooky Not Spooky), An Awesomesauce Event presented by Run Chattanooga course flat and good for a PR?

The Spookasaurus (formerly Kooky Not Spooky), An Awesomesauce Event presented by Run Chattanooga is a ultra-flat, loop course course.

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