Lace-up your running shoes and get ready for a hauntingly good time at the Spooky Sprint-Austin, returning to Cedar Park, TX, on October 17, 2026. This annual Halloween-themed event, organized by the Bodies Race Company, promises a festive and family-friendly atmosphere perfect for runners of all ages and abilities. Participants can choose from a variety of distances, including a 1 Mile fun run, a Kids Dash (50M), a 5K (3.1M), a 10K (6.2M), and a Half Marathon (13.1M), ensuring there's a challenge for everyone.
The Spooky Sprint-Austin is renowned for its unique Halloween celebrations, making it much more than just a race. Runners can look forward to a costume contest, plenty of photo opportunities, and aid stations creatively transformed into "Trick-or-Treat" stops, adding a delightful twist to your refueling breaks. A live DJ spinning Halloween hits will keep spirits high, and a post-race celebration with complimentary food and drinks awaits all finishers. Every participant receives fantastic swag, including a designer shirt and a custom finisher medal, with chip-timing and live results for the 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon, plus free race photos to capture your memorable experience. The courses are designed in partnership with local parks, offering fun routes, and leashed dogs and strollers are welcome to join in the spooky fun.
With typical race day conditions in mid-October featuring comfortable highs around 81°F and lows around 56°F, coupled with a low 11% chance of precipitation, the weather is usually ideal for running. Packet pickup begins an hour and a half before the 8:00 AM CDT start time, making for a smooth race morning. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or simply enjoying a spirited Halloween outing with the family, the Spooky Sprint-Austin delivers a memorable and engaging race experience.
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