Schedule and packet pickup
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Running Scared 5K/13K - Spokane 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (Los Angeles)
- Location
- Spokane, Washington
- Entry fee
- From $35 · goes up to $62.50 on Oct 4, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deadly Double | Other | Oct 10, 20268:00 AM | $60$62.50 after Oct 4, 2026 | – |
| Scaredy Cat 5K | 5K | Oct 10, 20268:00 AM | $35$37.50 after Oct 4, 2026 | – |
| Heart Pounding 13K | Other | Oct 10, 20268:30 AM | $40$42.50 after Oct 4, 2026 | – |
| Virtual Deadly DoubleVirtual | Other | Oct 10, 20268:00 AM | $41 | – |
| Virtual Heart Pounding 13KVirtual | Other | Oct 10, 20268:30 AM | $41 | – |
| Virtual Scaredy Cat 5KVirtual | 5K | Oct 10, 20268:30 AM | $41 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
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The Other fee goes up to $62.50 on Oct 4, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- Deadly Double: $60 until Oct 4, then $62.50 until Oct 10, then $65 until Oct 11.
- Scaredy Cat 5K: $35 until Oct 4, then $37.50 until Oct 10, then $40 until Oct 11.
- Heart Pounding 13K: $40 until Oct 4, then $42.50 until Oct 10, then $45 until Oct 11.
Online registration closes Oct 11, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $35, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in Washington ($35).
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Washington runs 36:53, about 11:52 a mile, based on 223 races with published results. Women typically finish in 39:40 and men in 33:07.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:59 AM, and the Deadly Double starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 2,290 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
Fish Lake Trail Spokane Trailhead, Spokane, WA 99224
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 10 the day usually runs from 43°F at dawn to 66°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 9% of days. Cold snaps dip to 33°F and hot years reach 76°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.
From the race's page
What the organizers of Running Scared 5K/13K - Spokane cover on their registration page, in brief.
Schedule and packet pickup
Packet Pickup
We always do packet pickup on race morning starting one hour prior to the start of the race. If we have an early pickup available, it will be added here.
Course
Course and Timing
We're running along the river, so it's going to be pretty Flat & Fast! The Start & Finish will be in Captain William Clark, then we're headed onto the paved river trail. 5K Route. 13K Route. Water Stations. We will have Self-Serve water…
Shirt and medal
Awards & Goodies
Hoodie and sticker options available! We'll have awards as follows: Finisher Medals. Top 3 Overall M/F. Top 3 Overall Masters M/F. Top 3 Overall Grand Masters M/F. Top 3 Overall Sr. Grand Masters M/F. Top 3 in each of the normal 5 year age…
Rules and FAQ
Event Courtesy & Refund Policy
Our events are designed to be fun for the entire family. With that in mind; any competitor, spectator, parent, volunteer, or sponsor, exhibiting unsportsmanlike. conduct or interfering with the positive, competitive atmosphere of the event…
The cause
Charity Partner
Five Star NTP is seeking a Charity Partner to join forces for this exciting event. This collaboration offers a fantastic opportunity to raise awareness about your organization's mission while generating much-needed funds to support your…
Race details
- Where
- Fish Lake Trail Spokane Trailhead, Spokane, WA 99224Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 2,290 feet
- Included with entry
- Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, Other
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 10, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Running Scared 5K/13K - Spokane?
- Saturday, October 10, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $35 before processing fees, and rises to $62.50 on Oct 4, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 11, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Washington?
- At $35, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in Washington ($35).
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, Other.
- Where does it start?
- Fish Lake Trail Spokane Trailhead, Spokane, WA 99224.
- Is there a course map?
- Yes, the organizers publish the route on MapMyRun; the link is under Start location and course.
From the organizers
Get ready for a spine-tingling race experience at the Running Scared 5K & 13K—where thrills, chills, and fast times collide!
Whether you’re brave enough to tackle the 5K or daring enough to conquer the 13K, this Halloween-themed event delivers a fun and festive atmosphere perfect for runners of all levels. Costumes are encouraged, so come dressed to impress (or frighten) as you take on a course filled with seasonal spirit.
We will gather at Fish Lake Trailhead in Spokane, WA.
All athletes will receive a long-sleeve race shirt—perfect for those crisp fall mornings—and a custom finisher medal to commemorate their accomplishment.