Haunted Half Marathon - Kingsport
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Haunted Half Marathon & Relay - Kingsport, TN
The 17th annual Haunted Half Marathon & Relays takes place in Kingsport, Tennessee on October 25, 2025. The event includes a half marathon, multi-person relays, a Monster Mile on the track, and a virtual option. Packet pickup is offered at the Kingsport Chamber of Commerce on the days before the race. A costume contest is held before the half marathon start; participants must be present at the start/finish area to enter.
- Half Marathon
- 2-4 Person Relay
- Monster Mile (1 mile, on-track, untimed)
- Virtual option (complete the distance remotely)
Logistics, fees, awards, and policies
The course will be marked with arrow stickers and blue arrow signs. Three relay exchange locations are listed with addresses: Lamont Greenbelt Access (near mile 3), Holston Valley Drive Trailhead (near mile 6), and Boat Yard Landing Trailhead (near mile 9). Some local parking lots will be closed; the Food City and Farmers Market lots are not available for event parking. Shuttles will be located near the start and finish area. Water on course and post-race hydration are provided by Healthy Kingsport.
Entry options include tiered pricing for individuals, relays, a Monster Mile fee, and a virtual entry fee; a deadline for guaranteed shirts and sizes is October 11, 2025. Awards are given to top overall, masters, grandmasters, age-group placements, relay teams, and best costumes in several categories. The organizer maintains a no-refund policy but allows entry transfers, switching to the virtual option, or deferring to the next year; limited refunds may be issued with a service charge before the stated cutoff. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.