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2026 Spooky Sprint- Houston

Expected Race Date

~Oct 2026

Date not yet announced — this is when the race usually runs.

Location

Houston, TX

Quick facts

Date
around October 2026 (expected)
Location
Houston, Texas
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi)
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed

The Experience

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…

Logistics

Race Day

around October 2026 (expected)

Start Time

TBA

Start Location

Houston, TX

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Difficulty

Rolling Hills

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage4/20

2 years running

Size7/15

~31.5 finishers a year

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty2/20

2% returning runners

Course & details0/15

limited extras

National draw0/10

runners from 1 state

Front-pack speed1/5

winner 1:29:19

Weather0/10

typical high 84°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

68°

Afternoon (High)

84°

Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration

0.2"

Precipitation

12 mph

Wind

80%

Humidity

Frequently asked

When is the 2026 Spooky Sprint- Houston?

The 2026 Spooky Sprint- Houston hasn't announced its next date yet, but it typically takes place around October 2026 (expected).

Where does the 2026 Spooky Sprint- Houston take place?

It takes place in Houston, Texas.

What distances does the 2026 Spooky Sprint- Houston offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles).

Is the 2026 Spooky Sprint- Houston course flat and good for a PR?

The 2026 Spooky Sprint- Houston is a rolling hills, loop course course.

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