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Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Highland, UT (42)

Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Highland, UT (42)

Haunted Half Marathon offers a unique, spooky-themed race experience in Highland, Utah.

Race Date

Oct 17, 2026

Location

Highland, UT

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Location
Highland, Utah
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K, 26.2 Miles
Course
Out & Back
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed

Highlights

Good For

PR Friendly

Atmosphere

Local CommunityGreat MedalGreat Swag

Course

Fast Flat

The Experience

The Haunted Half Marathon in Highland, Utah, provides a unique and spirited race day experience. Runners can choose from a 5K, 10K, half marathon, or full marathon, all starting at 8:30 AM.

The course is a straightforward out-and-back, designed for speed with minimal elevation change. This configuration allows participants to experience the same stretch of road multiple times, offering opportunities to see fellow runners and gauge progress. The time limit of 6 hours accommodates a wide range of paces.

While specific details on field size and geographic draw are not provided, the race is part of a series that awards points and offers finisher medals, shirts, and costume awards, suggesting a community-focused event with a festive atmosphere.

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

8:30 AM

Start Location

4800 Knight Ave, Highland, UT, 84003

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Out & Back

Terrain

road

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

5K10K26.2 Miles

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 & details5/15

3 timing sources

National draw0/10

no finisher data yet

Front-pack speed0/5

no winner time yet

Weather8/10

typical high 62°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

45°

Afternoon (High)

62°

Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish

0.1"

Precipitation

8 mph

Wind

49%

Humidity

Race Photos

Frequently asked

When is the Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Highland, UT (42)?

The Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Highland, UT (42) is held on Saturday, October 17, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.

Where does the Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Highland, UT (42) take place?

It takes place in Highland, Utah.

What distances does the Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Highland, UT (42) offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K, 26.2 Miles.

Is the Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Highland, UT (42) course flat and good for a PR?

The Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Highland, UT (42) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.

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