Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1, & 26.2 at Hawk Island Park, Lansing, MI (43S40)

Get ready for a "spooktacular" running experience at the Haunted 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, and Marathon at scenic Hawk Island Park in Lansing, MI, on Saturday, October 24, 2026. This festive event embraces the spirit of Halloween, offering a unique opportunity to don your most creative costume and compete for "best costume" awards.

The race kicks off at 9:30 AM, featuring an engaging out-and-back course that showcases the natural beauty of Hawk Island Park. Runners will enjoy relatively flat terrain, ideal for chasing personal bests amidst picturesque fall scenery, typical of other successful races held at this location. The 5K completes one out-and-back loop, the 10K two loops, the Half Marathon four loops, and the full Marathon eight loops of the 2.275-mile course. With a generous 6-hour time limit across all distances, it accommodates runners of all paces.

Typical race day conditions in late October in Lansing feature comfortable highs around 57F and lows around 39F, with only a 12% chance of precipitation, providing excellent running weather. All participants can look forward to earning finisher medals to commemorate their achievement. Remember to register online in advance, as on-site registration is not available. Packet pickup begins 30 minutes before the race start.