Spooky Sprint 5k & 1 Mile - Presented by Muskingum County Family YMCA 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Start time
- 9:30 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Zanesville, Ohio
- Entry fee
- From Free
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
Registration is open.
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5k Race | 5K | Oct 3, 20269:30 AM | $35 | – |
| Youth - 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk | Kids | Oct 3, 20269:35 AM | Free | – |
| 1 Mile Family Fun Run/Walk | Kids | Oct 3, 20269:40 AM | $25 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 5k Race: $35 until Oct 3.
- Youth - 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk: Free until Oct 3.
- 1 Mile Family Fun Run/Walk: $25 until Oct 3.
Online registration closes Oct 3, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $35, entry is about 17 percent above a typical 5K in Ohio, which costs $30 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Zanesville runs 33:20, about 10:44 a mile, based on 7 races with published results. Women typically finish in 36:54 and men in 30:26.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:24 AM, and the 5k Race starts at 9:30 AM. The start sits about 690 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
1425 Newark Rd., Zanesville, OH 43701
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
2025 results
All results (3 years)Aggregated from official results (Muskingum Multisports) for Spooky Sprint 5k & 1 Mile - Presented by Muskingum County Family YMCA. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Spooky Sprint 5k & 1 Mile - Presented by Muskingum County Family YMCA?
In 2025, the fastest tenth finished in 24:56 or better, the top quarter in 31:17, and half the field in 36:45; the last tenth came in after 51:47.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 30:36 | 23:54 |
| 20-29 | 42:16 | 33:03 |
| 30-39 | 35:57 | n/a |
| 40-49 | 31:54 | n/a |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2025.
Finishers by year
Up 21 percent since 2023.
All events combined, from official results.
Spooky Sprint 5k & 1 Mile - Presented by Muskingum County Family YMCA 5K year by year
From 2023 to 2025, the field went from 52 to 63 finishers, and the median time rose from 34:41 to 36:45.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 63 (same) | 36:45 | under 24:56 | 21:15 |
| 2024 | 63 (+21%) | 35:11 | under 27:34 | 21:22 |
| 2023 | 52 | 34:41 | under 24:06 | 19:52 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
How fast is it?
Slower than most Ohio 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 31:17, against 28:16 in a typical Ohio 5K, so times here run 11 percent slower.
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.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 3 the day usually runs from 56°F at dawn to 73°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 20% of days. Cold snaps dip to 43°F and hot years reach 82°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.
Race details
- Where
- 1425 Newark Rd., Zanesville, OH 43701Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 690 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 3, 2026), 2025 (Oct 4, 2025), 2024 (Oct 19, 2024), 2023 (Oct 21, 2023)
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Quick answers
- When is Spooky Sprint 5k & 1 Mile - Presented by Muskingum County Family YMCA?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026, starting at 9:30 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at Free before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 3, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Ohio?
- At $35, entry is about 17 percent above a typical 5K in Ohio, which costs $30 right now.
- 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, Kids.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2025, 63 runners finished the 5k Race; the median finish was 36:45 and the winner ran 21:15.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 31:17, against 28:16 in a typical Ohio 5K, so times here run 11 percent slower.
- Where does it start?
- 1425 Newark Rd., Zanesville, OH 43701.
From the organizers
🎃👟 Spooky Sprint 5K & 1-Mile Family Fun Walk 👟🎃
Date: October 3, 2026
Location: Muskingum Family YMCA
Start Time: 9:30 am-5K 1Mile walk 9:40 am
Race day pick up will begin at 8:15 am
Get ready for a wicked good time at the Spooky Sprint 5K and 1-Mile Walk!
This race is full of tricks, treats, and healthy fun. Dress in your favorite costume and race through our spooktacular course. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking to enjoy a scenic stroll with family/friends on the tree-lined Collegial Woods trail, this Halloween-themed event has something for everyone.
* Strollers and leashed pets are welcome for the 1-Mile Walk — the more the scarier *
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