

Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Deer Park, TX (42)
Haunted 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon offers a flat, fast course with festive flair in Deer Park, Texas.
Race Date
Oct 17, 2026
Location
Deer Park, TX
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, October 17, 2026
- Location
- Deer Park, Texas
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
This US Road Running event at Deer Park, Texas, provides a straightforward racing experience across 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon distances. The course is designed as a series of out-and-back loops, making it a fast and flat path conducive to personal bests. Runners can expect a typical Texas race day with temperatures often ranging from the low 60s to 80°F, though humidity can be a factor.
The race is noted for its finisher medals and the opportunity for participants to showcase their creativity with a best costume award, adding a playful element to the event. With a time limit of 3.5 hours for the half marathon, it accommodates a wide range of runners.
As part of the US Road Running series, participants can also earn series points. The event aims to provide a well-organized, no-frills race day focused on the running experience and a rewarding finish.
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 17, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Start Location
801 E P St, Deer Park, TX, 77536
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
road
Scenery
Park
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
1 other map for this race
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 80°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
62°
Afternoon (High)
80°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
11 mph
Wind
66%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Deer Park, TX (42)?
The Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Deer Park, TX (42) is held on Saturday, October 17, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Deer Park, TX (42) take place?
It takes place in Deer Park, Texas.
What distances does the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Deer Park, TX (42) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Deer Park, TX (42) course flat and good for a PR?
The Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Deer Park, TX (42) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
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