Spooky Sprint - Greater Chicago
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Event details
The Spooky Sprint - Greater Chicago takes place on October 25, 2026 in Greater Chicago, IL (location listed as TBD, 60404). The event offers multiple race options:
- Half Marathon
- 10k
- 5k
- 1 Mile (untimed)
- Kids Dash (untimed, for ages 10 and under)
- Virtual Race
Timed events use chip timing with live results and awards. The half marathon course is listed as a double out-and-back. Course maps are provided for the 5k, 10k, and half marathon.
Logistics and services
Registration for most distance events includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a finisher medal. Youth pricing for the 5k and 10k is noted at $17 for ages 12 and under. Free photos and treats at the finish are provided. Age-group awards and overall awards are offered for the 5k, 10k, and half marathon, with masters (40+) categories and top-3 placements across standard age groups; the 1-mile, Kids Dash, and virtual events are untimed and do not qualify for age-group awards. A virtual option ships a packet (digital bib, shirt, medal) and allows participants to run at a location and time of their choice; mailed packets are scheduled to ship the Wednesday after the race. The organizer has a no-refund policy and states events proceed in most weather unless the venue requires cancellation or there are ice hazards. Volunteer roles include future race-entry rewards or a $20 Amazon gift card as an alternative. After-race activities include a costume contest, trick-or-treat aid stations, photo ops, a DJ, and complimentary food and drinks. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
