

Spooky Sprint- Rochester 2026
- Date
- Sunday, October 11, 2026
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Rochester, Minnesota
- Entry fee
- From Free · goes up to $50 on Oct 10, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10K | 10K | Oct 11, 20268:00 AM | $46$50 after Oct 10, 2026 | – |
| 1 Mile | 1 Mile | Oct 11, 20268:00 AM | $22 | – |
| 5K | 5K | Oct 11, 20268:00 AM | $46$50 after Oct 10, 2026 | – |
| Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Oct 11, 20268:00 AM | $80$86 after Oct 9, 2026 | – |
| Kids Dash | Kids | Oct 11, 20268:00 AM | $17 | – |
| Running Buddy Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Oct 11, 20268:00 AM | Free | – |
| Spooky Sprint 10K 2027 | 10K | Oct 11, 20268:00 AM | $46$50 after Oct 10, 2026 | – |
| Spooky Sprint 5K 2027 | 5K | Oct 11, 20268:00 AM | $46$50 after Oct 10, 2026 | – |
| Spooky Sprint Half Marathon 2027 | Half Marathon | Oct 11, 20268:00 AM | $80$86 after Oct 9, 2026 | – |
| Volunteer then Run | – | Oct 11, 20268:00 AM | $17 | 5 |
| Virtual RaceVirtual | – | Oct 11, 20268:00 AM | $42 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 10K fee goes up to $50 on Oct 10, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 10K and 5K: $46 until Oct 10, then $50 until Oct 11.
- 1 Mile: $22 until Oct 11.
- Half Marathon: $80 until Oct 9, then $86 until Oct 11.
- Kids Dash: $17 until Oct 11.
Online registration closes Oct 11, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $80, entry is about 20 percent above a typical half marathon in Minnesota, which costs $66.50 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a half marathon in Minnesota runs 2:07:05, about 9:42 a mile, based on 20 races with published results. Women typically finish in 2:14:40 and men in 1:57:25.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:17 AM, and the 10K starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 1,240 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
Cascade Lake Park, Rochester, MN 55902
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 11 the day usually runs from 45°F at dawn to 63°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 13% of days. Cold snaps dip to 34°F and hot years reach 72°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
- Cascade Lake Park, Rochester, MN 55902Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 1,240 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 11, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Spooky Sprint- Rochester?
- Sunday, October 11, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at Free before processing fees, and rises to $50 on Oct 10, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 11, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Minnesota?
- At $80, entry is about 20 percent above a typical half marathon in Minnesota, which costs $66.50 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.
- Where does it start?
- Cascade Lake Park, Rochester, MN 55902.
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!