Registration is open.
We earn a small commission when you register through this link, at no cost to you. Details
Add to calendar: Apple or Outlook · Google
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Oct 31, 20267:05 AM | $110$150 after Oct 26, 2026 | – |
| 10K | 10K | Oct 31, 20267:15 AM | $70$80 after Oct 25, 2026 | – |
| 5K | 5K | Oct 31, 20267:15 AM | $50$60 after Oct 25, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The Half Marathon fee goes up to $150 on Oct 26, 2026.
Online registration closes Oct 31, 2026, unless the race fills first.
At $110, entry is about 69 percent above a typical half marathon in Florida, which costs $65 right now.
A typical finisher at a half marathon in Florida runs 2:18:45, about 10:35 a mile, based on 55 races with published results. Women typically finish in 2:25:55 and men in 2:07:02.
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:40 AM, and the Half Marathon starts at 7:05 AM. The start sits about 0 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
3500 Pinellas Bayway S, Saint Petersburg, FL 33715
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
Aggregated from official results (Junction 311 Endurance Sports) for Florida Halloween Distance Classic. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
At the 2025 5K, the fastest tenth finished in 24:09 or better, the top quarter in 29:41, and half the field in 35:01; the last tenth came in after 56:35.
At the 2025 Half Marathon, the fastest tenth finished in 1:43:55 or better, the top quarter in 1:58:19, and half the field in 2:20:34; the last tenth came in after 2:56:27.
At the 2025 10K, the fastest tenth finished in 48:36 or better, the top quarter in 56:29, and half the field in 1:06:01; the last tenth came in after 1:26:44.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 32:00 | 22:08 |
| 20-29 | 28:00 | 19:47 |
| 30-39 | 25:47 | 22:45 |
| 40-49 | 23:24 | 23:05 |
| 50-59 | 30:11 | 26:16 |
| 60-69 | 32:37 | 30:04 |
| 70+ | n/a | 34:24 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
Where a finish time would have placed in 2025.
Up 25 percent since 2022.
All events combined, from official results.
From 2022 to 2025, the field went from 202 to 248 finishers, and the median time dropped from 36:09 to 35:01.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 248 (+34%) | 35:01 | under 24:09 | 17:00 |
| 2023 | 185 (-8%) | 34:37 | under 24:45 | 19:22 |
| 2022 | 202 | 36:09 | under 26:34 | 19:19 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
About average for Florida 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 29:41, against 29:59 in a typical Florida 5K, so times here are about average.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Around October 31 the day usually runs from 68°F at dawn to 82°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 12% of days. Cold snaps dip to 59°F and hot years reach 87°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
What the organizers of Florida Halloween Distance Classic cover on their registration page, in brief.
Schedule and packet pickup
Friday, October 24, 2025. 3:00 PM – 5:45 PM. The Running Center – Tampa. 14427 N Dale Mabry Hwy. Tampa, FL 33618. Saturday, October 25, 2025. 1:00 PM – 5:45 PM. St Pete Running Company. 6986 22nd Ave North. Saint Petersburg, Florida 33710…
Course
Course
Course
Coming Soon!
Course
Parking and travel
Directions. Race Location: Fort De Soto Park, 3500 Pinellas Bayway S, Tierra Verde, FL 33715. Fort De Soto Park is located at the southern end of Pinellas County and is easily accessible from any direction. From Interstate 275, watch for…
Organize this race? Add details or a correction
Join us for a wicked-good time during our 14th Annual Halloween Half marathon, 5K & 10K race at Fort De Soto Park on Halloween. Enjoy the parade of costumes whizzing by at this fun, yet competitive, race not to miss!
Costumes are encouraged, but not required. There will be a costume contest with prizes awarded! Create unique costumes in the spirit of Halloween that will not adversely affect your performance. From the most elaborate, to the simply clever, the costumes add to the festive feel of our Halloween Distance Classic.