Spooky Sprint- Greater Atlanta 2026
- Date
- Sunday, October 18, 2026
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Dacula, Georgia
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10K | 10K | Oct 18, 20268:00 AM | $39$43 after Sep 28, 2026 | – |
| 1 Mile | 1 Mile | Oct 18, 20268:00 AM | $22 | – |
| 5K | 5K | Oct 18, 20268:00 AM | $39$43 after Sep 28, 2026 | – |
| Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Oct 18, 20268:00 AM | $76$82 after Sep 28, 2026 | – |
| Kids Dash | Kids | Oct 18, 20268:00 AM | $17 | – |
| Running Buddy Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Oct 18, 20268:00 AM | Free | – |
| Spooky Sprint 10K 2027 | 10K | Oct 18, 20268:00 AM | $39$43 after Sep 28, 2026 | – |
| Spooky Sprint 5K 2027 | 5K | Oct 18, 20268:00 AM | $39$43 after Sep 28, 2026 | – |
| Spooky Sprint Half Marathon 2027 | Half Marathon | Oct 18, 20268:00 AM | $76$82 after Sep 28, 2026 | – |
| Volunteer then Run | – | Oct 18, 20268:00 AM | $17 | 5 |
| Virtual RaceVirtual | – | Oct 18, 20268:00 AM | $42 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 10K and 5K: $43 until Oct 16, then $47 until Oct 18.
- 1 Mile: $22 until Oct 18.
- Half Marathon: $82 until Oct 15, then $88 until Oct 18.
- Kids Dash: $17 until Oct 18.
Online registration closes Oct 18, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $76, entry is about 27 percent above a typical half marathon in Georgia, which costs $60 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a half marathon in Georgia runs 2:12:29, about 10:06 a mile, based on 56 races with published results. Women typically finish in 2:20:21 and men in 2:02:34.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:41 AM, and the 10K starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 1,090 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
Harbins Dog Park, Dacula, GA 30019
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)5k
Half Marathon
10k
Aggregated from official results (USA Race Timing & Event Management) for Spooky Sprint- Greater Atlanta. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Spooky Sprint- Greater Atlanta?
At the 2025 5k, the fastest tenth finished in 25:37 or better, the top quarter in 30:20, and half the field in 38:20; the last tenth came in after 53:45.
At the 2025 Half Marathon, the fastest tenth finished in 1:38:33 or better, the top quarter in 1:52:44, and half the field in 2:12:54; the last tenth came in after 2:46:12.
At the 2025 10k, the fastest tenth finished in 49:30 or better, the top quarter in 58:44, and half the field in 1:04:11; the last tenth came in after 1:18:12.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 30:16 | 25:38 |
| 20-29 | 30:35 | 22:08 |
| 30-39 | 34:55 | 44:45 |
| 40-49 | 31:44 | 30:00 |
| 50-59 | 40:11 | 32:15 |
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 77 percent since 2023.
All events combined, from official results.
Spooky Sprint- Greater Atlanta 5K year by year
From 2023 to 2025, the field went from 83 to 118 finishers, and the median time rose from 33:20 to 38:20.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 118 (-17%) | 38:20 | under 25:37 | 19:58 |
| 2024 | 142 (+71%) | 37:41 | under 24:52 | 16:26 |
| 2023 | 83 | 33:20 | under 23:23 | 18:31 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
How fast is it?
About average for Georgia 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 30:20, against 29:30 in a typical Georgia 5K, so times here are about average.
- Half Marathon: About average for Georgia half marathons. The fastest quarter of the 2025 half marathon field finished under 1:52:44, against 1:54:35 in a typical Georgia half marathon, so times here are about average.
- 10K: Slower than most Georgia 10Ks. The fastest quarter of the 2024 10K field finished under 1:00:43, against 54:39 in a typical Georgia 10K, 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 18 the day usually runs from 50°F at dawn to 73°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 5% of days. Cold snaps dip to 43°F and hot years reach 79°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
- Harbins Dog Park, Dacula, GA 30019Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 1,090 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 18, 2026), 2025 (Oct 25, 2025), 2024 (Oct 20, 2024), 2023 (Oct 22, 2023), 2022 (Oct 23, 2022)
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Quick answers
- When is Spooky Sprint- Greater Atlanta?
- Sunday, October 18, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at Free before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 18, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Georgia?
- At $76, entry is about 27 percent above a typical half marathon in Georgia, which costs $60 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?
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2025, 118 runners finished the 5k; the median finish was 38:20 and the winner ran 19:58.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 30:20, against 29:30 in a typical Georgia 5K, so times here are about average.
- Where does it start?
- Harbins Dog Park, Dacula, GA 30019.
From the organizers
Join us for the annual Spooky Sprint 5k/10k & Half Marathon! A fun, Halloween-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.
The fun includes -Great Swag -
designer shirt & custom medal
Chip-timing with live results and awards
Free photos
Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line
Plenty of fun!
Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!
*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!
Half Marathon registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!