2024 SeaWorld's Howl-O-Sprint 5K Run & Walk

  • Date Fri 13th September 2024 - Sat 14th September 2024
  • Time 11:50PM EST
  • Location Orlando, Florida
  • Price $10.00 - $100.00
  • Races 5 races
  • Distances 5km, Sprint

Event summary

Get ready for a spine-tingling adventure at the inaugural SeaWorld's Howl-O-Sprint 5K Run & Walk, taking place from September 13-14, 2024, in Orlando, Florida! This thrilling nighttime race kicks off on Friday the 13th, inviting participants to sprint through a course filled with eerie scare zones and terrifying characters that will keep your adrenaline pumping. As you navigate the ominous landscapes of SeaWorld Orlando, youโ€™ll race through the Blood Light District, encounter the lurking dangers of Cannibal Harbor, and dash past haunted roller coasters.

Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to embrace the Halloween spirit, the Howl-O-Sprint 5K promises a heart-pounding experience like no other. With a race capacity of 4,000 participants, everyone will receive a commemorative finisher's medal and a soft cotton race t-shirt. After crossing the finish line, join the post-race celebration filled with food, fun, and live entertainment! Donโ€™t miss out on this ultimate Halloween night adventureโ€”register now and prepare for a frightfully good time!

Organiser's Description

INAUGURAL SEAWORLD'S HOWL-O-SPRINT 5K RUN: THE PREMIER HALLOWEEN NIGHT IN AMERICA!

As nightfall descends, an air of terror and dread grips SeaWorld Orlando. On Friday the 13th (September 13, 2024), step into the dark side with the Howl-O-Sprint 5K, an unparalleled nighttime terror run that merges the thrill of racing with the spine-chilling horror of Howl-O-Scream.



Brace yourself as you dash through a race course filled with unexpected thrill and relentless, blood thirsty characters who whisper curses and promises of fear. Your sprint begins through scare zones Blood Light District and Toxic Turmoil, where every shadow hides a lurking menace and every corner harbors a new nightmare.



Feel your adrenaline surge as you race through the darkened pathways of SeaWorld Orlando, where eerie landscapes and darkness challenge your resolve. Come upon Cannibal Harbor and run for your life before the cannibals smell your sweating flesh. With the finish line in sight, your journey takes you past haunted roller coasters like Pipeline, through Carnevil Pier where the sinister freaks and demented clown await you.



This isnt just a 5Kit's a heart-pounding sprint through the supernatural. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just hoping to outrun the darkness, the Howl-O-Sprint 5K promises a night of thrills, chills, and an unforgettable race to the finish line. End the evening with an unforgettable post-race Halloween horror show- filled a feeding frenzy full of food, fun and music.



ABOUT SEAWORLDS HOWL-O-SCREAM EVENT A SEPARATELY TICKETED EVENT

Howl-O-Scream Orlando is back and this year promises 4 years of spine-tingling fear. Brace yourself for an even more chilling experience: more screams, more terror, more haunts.

Howl-O-Scream 2024 in numbers:

7 SCARE ZONES (3 NEW)

5 HAUNTED HOUSES (4 NEW and 1 RETURNING FAVE)

5 INTERACTIVE BARS (2 NEW)

4 THRILLING COASTERS (Mako, Manta, Ice Breaker, Pipeline)

3 ROAMING HAUNTS

2 AMAZING SHOWS (Monster Stomp and Sirens Song)

Howl-O-Scream is intended for a mature audience. This event contains intense adult content such as violence, gore, and blood. Howl-O-Scream is a separately ticketed night event. No costumes are allowed.

_
*Event dates and details subject to change and/or cancellation without prior notice. Event starts at 11:50pm. Parking lot for racers open at 9:30pm. SeaWorlds Howl-O-Scream has been voted #1 Best Theme Park Halloween Event for 2023 by USA Todays 10 Best Readers Choice Awards. Visit us now at SeaWorldOrlando.com to see what makes our Howl-O-Scream the scariest event of the season!_

5K Event Night Timeline:
9:30pm Parking lot opens for participants
10:00pm - Registration and Packet Pickup opens
11:30pm - Parking lot closes - please plan to be onsite at least 45 minutes prior to race start!
11:50pm - START of the Howl-O-Sprint 5K
12:00am - Finish line festival begins at the post-race party
12:45am - Awards Ceremony (near the finish line area at Pavilions area)
2:00am - Post-race party closes

5k Race Amenities include the following:

* Join us as we celebrate our 4th Year of Howl-O-Scream in Orlando be a part of the Inaugural Howl-O-Sprint 5K

* Inaugural SeaWorld's Howl-O-Sprint 5K Run Finisher's medal for all run participants _[race capacity of 4,000!]

_
* Commemorative SeaWorld Howl-O-Sprint Run Race T-shirt (adult sizes & soft cotton unisex)

* Finish Line Post-Race Celebration will include Howl-O-Scream bar with food and live entertainment FREE Race Day parking

* Limitted Discounted park tickets available to ALL participants for $39.99! Please visit our virtual Race Store to purchase the discounted tickets by September 12th or while supplies last- limited to 4 tickets per person. These tickets are valid through September 27, 2024.

Race T-Shirts:
All participants who register for SeaWorlds Howl-O-Sprint 5K Run will receive a 100% ring-spun soft cotton unisex t-shirt. Must register by Friday, August 30th to be guaranteed your shirt size.

Finisher Medals for the Howl-O-Sprint 5k:
All PAID participants in the 5K event will receive a custom Inaugural SeaWorld's Howl-O-Sprint finisher medal. The 5K Race will be capped at 4,000 race participants!



5k Race Awards:
Awards will go to the top 3 overall Male and Female finishers only in the SeaWorlds Howl-O-Sprint 5K Run event. There will be a clock at the finish line for everyone to see their finish times. Awards will be as follows:

* 1st Place: Gold Premium: $100 Gift Card to Shop of Horrors (Howl-O-Scream Gift Shop)
* 2nd Place: Silver HOS Merch $75 Gift Card to Shop of Horrors (Howl-O-Scream Gift Shop)
* 3rd Place: Bronze HOS Merch $50 Gift Card to Shop of Horrors (Howl-O-Scream Gift Shop)

WEATHER & SAFETY INFORMATION:
Races will be held rain or shine, however, if there is severe weather in the area the race start may be delayed or cancelled. As a reminder, registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.

In order to ensure safety of all runners, bicycles, roller skates, in-line skates, baby carriers and dogs are prohibited from the racecourse. It is VERY important for you to stay alert throughout the race, stay inside cones and obey all race signage. Jogging strollers are permitted but must start in the back.

ALL Registration Fees for the SeaWorld's Howl-O-Sprint 5k (includes FREE parking at SeaWorld):
TOTAL RACE CAPACITY: 4,000 PARTICIPANTS

SEAWORLD'S HOWL-O-SPRINT 5K - IN-PERSON:
-$85.00 through August 26, 2024
-$90.00 from August 27 - September 12, 2024
-$100.00 on Race Day [if not sold out]

SEAWORLD'S HOWL-O-SPRINT 5K - IN-PERSON ANNUAL PASSHOLDER:
-$66.66 through August 26, 2024
-$85.00 from August 27 - September 12, 2024
-$95.00 on Race Day [if not sold out]

_*All SeaWorld Ambassadors (employees) and Military & First Responder's will receive 10% off the registration fee through Thursday, September 12, 2024. Employee ID and Military ID & First Responders badge/ID must be shown at time of Packet Pick up . If you registered using the Annual Passholder category, you must show ID at the time of Packet Pickup. This discount cannot be combined with any other discounts.
_

SeaWorld's Howl-O-Sprint - SPECTATOR TICKETS:
-$25.00
-Limited to 500
-Allows access to the pavilion area before race starts and to the post-race festivities.

SEAWORLD'S HOWL-O-SPRINT 5K - VIRTUAL:
-$95 thru 9/13/24 at 12:01am [if not sold out]

All virtual participants will receive the below items following the September event. Please allow up to 3-4 weeks for items to arrive. This a fun run and done on the honor system! Times are not required to be submitted to the event company. Enjoy your run and thank you for participating in this year's event!

-Inaugural SeaWorld's Howl-O-Sprint 5k Finisher's medal for run participants
-Commemorative SeaWorld Howl-O-Sprint Inaugural race T-shirt (adult sizes & unisex)
-Deluxe Bib Number
-Shipping of items are included in the fee

_********* ALL ENTRY FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AND RACE REGISTRATIONS ARE NON-TRANSFERABLE ********* THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT ********* NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER********_

_
RACE DAY REGISTRATION FOR ALL EVENTS - Only Credit card payments will be accepted on race day if events are not Sold Out!_

Strollers:
Strollers are allowed in the 5k Howl-O-Sprint event. Nurturing future generations of runners is a priority and demonstrating healthy lifestyles to our kids is special. We do ask those registrants participating with a stroller, must line up the after the runners & walkers at the start line. Please listen for directions on where to line up at on the day of the race. Only paid registrants of the Howl-O-Sprint 5k will receive a finisher medal. If you would like your child to receive the medal, you will have to register them for the Howl-O-Sprint 5k.



Early Packet Pickup:
WHEN: Wednesday, September 11th and Thursday, September 12th, 2024*

LOCATION: HILTON GARDEN INN AT SEAWORLD ORLANDO located at 6850 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL 32821

TIME: 10:30AM - 5:30PM both days

RACE DAY - Or you can opt to pick up your packet at SeaWorld Orlando on Race Day beginning at 10:00pm. However, please do allow additional time to pick up your packet on race day due to parking and potentially long lines.

_*Friends and family can pickup packets for other people._

_REGISTRATIONS RECEIVED AFTER SEPTEMBER 12TH will have to be picked on race day at the race site on September 13th beginning at 10:00p.m._

Races

  • Sea World's Howl-O-Sprint 5K Run

    Includes Adult Unisex Cotton T-Shirt

    Fri 13th September 2024 (11:50PM EDT)

    $100.00

    CLOSED
    As nightfall approaches, terror and dread fill the air. Embark on a one-of-a-kind nighttime terror run experience through SeaWorld Orlando's Howl-O-Sprint on Friday the 13th (September 13, 2024). Dash through the racecourse while surrounded by relentless characters whispering curses and promises of spine-tingling fear. Feel the adrenaline surge as you speed past roller coasters haunted by unspeakable terrors. Navigate through the dark depths of SeaWorld Orlando where eerie landscapes and harrowing scare zones await. Sprint toward the finish lineif you dare.
  • Sea World's Howl-O-Sprint 5K Run - Annual Passholder

    Includes Adult Unisex Cotton T-Shirt

    Fri 13th September 2024 (11:50PM EDT)

    $95.00

    CLOSED
    As nightfall approaches, terror and dread fill the air. Embark on a one-of-a-kind nighttime terror run experience through SeaWorld Orlando's Howl-O-Sprint on Friday the 13th (September 13, 2024). Dash through the racecourse while surrounded by relentless characters whispering curses and promises of spine-tingling fear. Feel the adrenaline surge as you speed past roller coasters haunted by unspeakable terrors. Navigate through the dark depths of SeaWorld Orlando where eerie landscapes and harrowing scare zones await. Sprint toward the finish lineif you dare.
  • Sea World's Howl-O-Sprint 5K Run - Virtual

    Includes Adult Unisex Cotton T-Shirt

    $95.00

    CLOSED
    Your items will be mailed 3-4 weeks following the event.
  • SeaWorld's Howl-O-Sprint - Post-Race Party Tickets [Limited to 500]

    Fri 13th September 2024 (11:50PM EDT)

    $25.00

    CLOSED
    Limit to 500 and this allows access to the post-race party and festivities!
  • Race Tee Shirt Only

    Includes T-Shirt

    Fri 13th September 2024 (10:00PM EDT)

    $10.00

    CLOSED
    Tee only

Reviews

Done this event?

First-hand event reviews from people who have been there, done that and got the breathable T-shirt, really help everyone choose their next event.

Add a review

Location

SeaWorld Orlando, 7007 Sea World Drive, Orlando, 32821, FL, United States

Who's In

See who else did this event

Be the first

No-one has marked this event as 'Done'. Will you be the first?

More from findarace.com

You might like