Spooky Sprint - Milwaukee 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 17, 2026
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- 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 17, 20269:00 AM | $41$45 after Sep 28, 2026 | – |
| 1 Mile | 1 Mile | Oct 17, 20269:00 AM | $22 | – |
| 5K | 5K | Oct 17, 20269:00 AM | $41$45 after Sep 28, 2026 | – |
| Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Oct 17, 20269:00 AM | $78$84 after Sep 28, 2026 | – |
| Kids Dash | Kids | Oct 17, 20269:00 AM | $17 | – |
| Running Buddy Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Oct 17, 20269:00 AM | Free | – |
| Spooky Sprint 10K 2027 | 10K | Oct 17, 20269:00 AM | $41$45 after Sep 28, 2026 | – |
| Spooky Sprint 5K 2027 | 5K | Oct 17, 20269:00 AM | $41$45 after Sep 28, 2026 | – |
| Spooky Sprint Half Marathon 2027 | Half Marathon | Oct 17, 20269:00 AM | $78$84 after Sep 28, 2026 | – |
| Volunteer then Run | – | Oct 17, 20269:00 AM | $17 | 5 |
| Virtual RaceVirtual | – | Oct 17, 20269:00 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: $45 until Oct 16, then $49 until Oct 17.
- 1 Mile: $22 until Oct 17.
- Half Marathon: $84 until Oct 15, then $90 until Oct 17.
- Kids Dash: $17 until Oct 17.
Online registration closes Oct 17, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $78, entry is about 20 percent above a typical half marathon in Wisconsin, which costs $65 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a half marathon in Milwaukee runs 2:09:51, about 9:54 a mile, based on 6 races with published results. Women typically finish in 2:16:56 and men in 1:58:08.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:05 AM, and the 10K starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 660 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
Friends of Estabrook Park, Milwaukee, WI 53211
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 (2 years)5K
1/2 Marathon
10K
Aggregated from official results for Spooky Sprint - Milwaukee. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Spooky Sprint - Milwaukee?
At the 2025 5K, the fastest tenth finished in 24:16 or better, the top quarter in 27:37, and half the field in 37:04; the last tenth came in after 51:06.
At the 2025 1/2 Marathon, the fastest tenth finished in 1:43:55 or better, the top quarter in 1:53:53, and half the field in 2:09:51; the last tenth came in after 2:40:17.
At the 2025 10K, the fastest tenth finished in 50:12 or better, the top quarter in 54:09, and half the field in 1:03:51; the last tenth came in after 1:19:29.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 27:46 | 22:32 |
| 20-29 | 26:23 | 23:27 |
| 30-39 | 25:04 | 20:41 |
| 40-49 | 25:03 | 23:20 |
| 50-59 | 35:22 | 32:33 |
| 60-69 | 36:03 | 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 14 percent since 2024.
All events combined, from official results.
Spooky Sprint - Milwaukee 5K year by year
From 2024 to 2025, the field went from 207 to 214 finishers, and the median time rose from 36:07 to 37:04.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 214 (+3%) | 37:04 | under 24:16 | 17:05 |
| 2024 | 207 | 36:07 | under 25:11 | 19:18 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
How fast is it?
About average for Wisconsin 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 27:37, against 28:16 in a typical Wisconsin 5K, so times here are about average.
- Half Marathon: About average for Wisconsin half marathons. The fastest quarter of the 2025 half marathon field finished under 1:53:53, against 1:53:57 in a typical Wisconsin half marathon, so times here are about average.
- 10K: About average for Wisconsin 10Ks. The fastest quarter of the 2025 10K field finished under 54:09, against 53:12 in a typical Wisconsin 10K, 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.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 17 the day usually runs from 46°F at dawn to 61°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 25% of days. Cold snaps dip to 35°F and hot years reach 74°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
- Friends of Estabrook Park, Milwaukee, WI 53211Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 660 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 17, 2026), 2025 (Oct 11, 2025), 2024 (Oct 12, 2024)
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Quick answers
- When is Spooky Sprint - Milwaukee?
- Saturday, October 17, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at Free before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 17, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Wisconsin?
- At $78, entry is about 20 percent above a typical half marathon in Wisconsin, which costs $65 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, 214 runners finished the 5K; the median finish was 37:04 and the winner ran 17:05.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 27:37, against 28:16 in a typical Wisconsin 5K, so times here are about average.
- Where does it start?
- Friends of Estabrook Park, Milwaukee, WI 53211.
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, awesome finisher medal!