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The Great GO! St. Louis Halloween Race 2026

Date
Race weekend: Saturday to Sunday, October 24 to 25, 2026
Start time
7:00 AM start (Chicago)
Entry fee
From $25 · goes up to $70 on Oct 1, 2026
Included with entry
Includes a shirt
Fundraising
Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees

EventDistanceWhenEntry feeCap
Saturday, Oct 24, 2026
10K10KOct 24, 20267:00 AM$65$70 after Oct 1, 2026–
5K5KOct 24, 20267:30 AM$45$50 after Oct 1, 2026–
1-Mile Fun RunKidsOct 24, 20269:15 AM$25$30 after Oct 1, 2026–
The Great PUPkin Run (1-Mile Costume Dog Walk)1 MileOct 24, 20269:45 AM$35$40 after Oct 1, 2026–
Sunday, Oct 25, 2026
Half MarathonHalf MarathonOct 25, 20267:00 AM$90$100 after Oct 1, 2026–
Virtual 10KVirtual10KOct 24, 2026$50–
Virtual 5KVirtual5KOct 24, 2026$50–
Virtual Fun RunVirtualKidsOct 24, 2026$50–
Virtual Half MarathonVirtualHalf MarathonOct 24, 2026$50–

Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.

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The 10K fee goes up to $70 on Oct 1, 2026.

Race day planning

Entry fee schedule

  • 10K: $65 until Oct 1, then $70 until Oct 23, then $75 until Oct 24.
  • 5K: $45 until Oct 1, then $50 until Oct 23, then $55 until Oct 24.
  • 1-Mile Fun Run: $25 until Oct 1, then $30 until Oct 23, then $35 until Oct 24.
  • The Great PUPkin Run (1-Mile Costume Dog Walk): $35 until Oct 1, then $40 until Oct 23, then $45 until Oct 24.

Online registration closes Oct 24, 2026, unless the race fills first.

How the price compares

At $90, entry is about 38 percent above a typical half marathon in Missouri, which costs $65 right now.

What a typical finish looks like

A typical finisher at a half marathon in St. Louis runs 2:11:29, about 10:02 a mile, based on 6 races with published results. Women typically finish in 2:19:26 and men in 1:59:59.

Light and altitude

Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:18 AM, and the 10K starts at 7:00 AM. The start sits about 480 feet above sea level.

Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.

Start location and course

5029 Northrup Ave, St. Louis, MO 63110

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 24 the day usually runs from 48°F at dawn to 64°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 21% of days. Cold snaps dip to 40°F and hot years reach 78°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 The Great GO! St. Louis Halloween Race cover on their registration page, in brief.

Schedule and packet pickup

Race Day Schedule

IN-PERSON HALF MARATHON - OCTOBER 17, 2020. 6:30am Packet Pick Up Opens. 7:00am First Wave begins. Runners in First Wave may begin race at any time until 7:25. 7:30am Second Wave begins. Runners in Second Wave may begin race at any time…

Course

Race Course

We are incredibly excited to partner with the city of Eureka, MO to treat runners to great views, great hospitality from Eureka's thriving business district, and lots of festive fall fun! We are in the process of finalizing the race…

Shirt and medal

Race Swag

Participants of The Great GO! St. Louis Halloween race will receive a some of the most festive Halloween themed swag! As a participant, you will receive a premium long sleeve lifestyle t-shirt and medal!

Race Swag, from the The Great GO! St. Louis Halloween Race page

Shirt and medal

Referral Program

REFER A FRIEND: EARN SWAG AND CASH BACK. When you sign up for The Great GO! St. Louis Halloween Race, you’re eligible to earn limited edition swag and cash rewards when you refer friends and family to sign up too! How do you earn your swag…

Rules and FAQ

FAQ

In-Person Race FAQs. Q: What will on-course support be like? A: We will provide several water stations on course, but likely not as many as in a typical race. We ask that runners come prepared with additional water in a hand-held or other…

Rules and FAQ

Race Policies

PARTICIPANT AGE POLICY: All participants under the age of 18 must have a parent or legal guardian sign their waiver. The minimum age for half marathon participants is 12 years old on race day. REFUND POLICY: All registration fees and…

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Race details

Where
5029 Northrup Ave, St. Louis, MO 63110Map
Course
Road
Start elevation
About 480 feet
Results posted by the race
In-Person Halloween Half Results
Included with entry
Unisex Long Sleeve Tech Shirt
Donations
Accepted when you register
Distances
1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids
Editions
2026 (Oct 24, 2026), 2025 (Oct 18, 2025), 2024 (Oct 19, 2024), 2023 (Oct 22, 2023), 2022 (Oct 23, 2022), 2021 (Oct 17, 2021)

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Quick answers

When is The Great GO! St. Louis Halloween Race?
It is a race weekend, Saturday to Sunday, October 24 to 25, 2026: 10K, 5K, Kids, 1 Mile on Saturday; Half Marathon on Sunday.
How much does it cost?
Entry starts at $25 before processing fees, and rises to $70 on Oct 1, 2026.
When does registration close?
Online registration closes Oct 24, 2026, unless the race fills first.
Is the entry fee high for Missouri?
At $90, entry is about 38 percent above a typical half marathon in Missouri, 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.
Where does it start?
5029 Northrup Ave, St. Louis, MO 63110.

From the organizers

The Great GO! St. Louis Halloween Race features a half marathon, 10K, 5K, 1-mile fun run and 1-mile costume dog walk – with a special Halloween twist! From the serious road racer to the family dressed head-to-toe in costume completing the race together, this is a can't-miss fall event!

Held in picturesque Eureka, MO and The Great GO! St. Louis Halloween Race will feature partnerships with local businesses, and of course - a top-quality race with all the great things you've come to expect from GO! St. Louis events!

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