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Running Scared 5K/13K - St. George 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 17, 2026
- Start time
- 8:30 AM start (Denver)
- Location
- St. George, Utah
- Entry fee
- From $30 · goes up to $62.50 on Oct 11, 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 17, 20268:30 AM | $60$62.50 after Oct 11, 2026 | – |
| Scaredy Cat 5K | 5K | Oct 17, 20268:30 AM | $35$37.50 after Oct 11, 2026 | – |
| Scaredy Cat 5K-No Shirt | 5K | Oct 17, 20268:30 AM | $30$32.50 after Oct 11, 2026 | – |
| Heart Pounding 13K | Other | Oct 17, 20269:00 AM | $40$42.50 after Oct 11, 2026 | – |
| Heart Pounding 13K-No Shirt | Other | Oct 17, 20269:00 AM | $35$37.50 after Oct 11, 2026 | – |
| Virtual Deadly DoubleVirtual | Other | Oct 17, 20268:30 AM | $41 | – |
| Virtual Scaredy Cat 5KVirtual | 5K | Oct 17, 20268:30 AM | $36 | – |
| Virtual Heart Pounding 13KVirtual | Other | Oct 17, 20269:00 AM | $36 | – |
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 11, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- Deadly Double: $60 until Oct 11, then $62.50 until Oct 17, then $65 until Oct 18.
- Scaredy Cat 5K: $35 until Oct 11, then $37.50 until Oct 17, then $40 until Oct 18.
- Scaredy Cat 5K-No Shirt: $30 until Oct 11, then $32.50 until Oct 17, then $35 until Oct 18.
- Heart Pounding 13K: $40 until Oct 11, then $42.50 until Oct 17, then $45 until Oct 18.
Online registration closes Oct 18, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $35, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in Utah ($35).
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Utah runs 37:12, about 11:58 a mile, based on 55 races with published results. Women typically finish in 39:15 and men in 34:23.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:42 AM, and the Deadly Double starts at 8:30 AM. The start sits about 2,790 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
Confluence Park, St. George, UT 84790
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 17 the day usually runs from 51°F at dawn to 77°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 5% of days. Cold snaps dip to 43°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.
From the race's page
What the organizers of Running Scared 5K/13K - St. George 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
Super Flat course Virgin River Trail.so it's super flat, family & spectator friendly! The 5K course is Certified, so it's a great opportunity to get a PR or a great time for the Peachtree. Click here for the 13K course map. Click here for…
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
The 2026 Charity Partner for the Running Scared 5K/13K race is Canyon Creek Services. Canyon Creek Services is a comprehensive community-based advocacy organization that addresses domestic violence and sexual assault in Beaver, Iron and…
Race details
- Where
- Confluence Park, St. George, UT 84790Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 2,790 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt; Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, Other
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 17, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Running Scared 5K/13K - St. George?
- Saturday, October 17, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $30 before processing fees, and rises to $62.50 on Oct 11, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 18, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Utah?
- At $35, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in Utah ($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?
- Confluence Park, St. George, UT 84790.
- 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 Crosby Confluence Park in St. George, UT.
All athletes will receive a long-sleeve race shirt—perfect for those crisp fall mornings—and a custom finisher medal to commemorate their accomplishment.