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The Fall Trailblazer Races
Aiken Trailblazer Halloween Races at Stable View
It's more than a race; it's a gathering place, a cause, and an unforgettable challenge.
Saturday, October 24, 2026 . Stable View, Aiken, SC

About the Race

Celebrate Halloween with a MARATHON (NEW THIS YEAR!), Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, and Kids Fun Run on the trails at Stable View equestrian facility: over 1,000 acres of gently rolling hills bordered by canopies of forest.

As you tread the trails lined with longleaf pines, you're not just part of a race, but also of a grander vision: Stable View's commitment to conserving and celebrating the region's natural splendor, including efforts to bring back the Red-cockaded woodpecker. It's more than a race; it's a gathering place, a cause, and an unforgettable challenge.

Race Day Details

Date
Saturday, October 24, 2026

Location
Stable View

Address
117 Stable Drive, Aiken, SC 29801

Friday Packet Pickup
Stable View Pavilion, 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Race Day Packet Pickup
7:00 AM to 8:30 AM at The Pavilion @ Stable View (Start/Finish)

The Events

Mummifying Marathon . 7:45 AM
New this year! Includes some single track and 2-3 road crossings.

Headless Horseman Half Marathon . 8:00 AM
Includes some single track.

Thriller 10K . 8:30 AM

Frightening 5K . 9:00 AM

Kooky Kids Fun Run . 10:00 AM
1K

Race Morning Timeline

7:30 AM
Pre-race announcements and course briefing

7:45 AM
Mummifying Marathon starts

8:00 AM
Headless Horseman Half Marathon starts

8:30 AM
Thriller 10K starts

9:00 AM
Frightening 5K starts

10:00 AM
Kooky Kids Fun Run starts


Results are live on the race page as runners finish; awards follow once each event's top finishers are in

Times are based on the start times above.

What to Expect

* The trail system is a mix of sand, clay, soil and grass surfaces with some single track on the Half Marathon and Marathon routes. The Marathon route will have 2-3 road crossings.
* Aid stations with water and Nuun will be positioned throughout the courses.
* Start and Finish are in the same location.
* Annnddd... keep an eye out for the Headless Horseman "galloping" through the woods!

Race Day Arrival

Follow event parking signs and head to The Pavilion @ Stable View for Packet Pick Up at the Start/Finish. The Pavilion is a 3-story building with three flags flying on top.

Friday Events

* PACKET PICK UP @ Stable View Pavilion from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
* YOGA CLASS WITH CATE @ Stable View at 6:00 PM (mats and blocks provided). Stretch it out after picking up your packet!

Costume Contest

Participants who wear costumes are automatically entered into the annual Fall Trailblazer Costume Contest! Awards are given for:

* Most Unique
* The Scariest
* Best Superhero
* Best Family & Friends Group

Training for the Different Races

Whether you've trained for a marathon, half marathon, 10K, or 5K before or if it's your first time, there are plenty of options to help keep you focused! Of course it is always fun to train with a group. If it is convenient, the Columbia Running Club is awesome, as well as the Augusta, Aiken and Greenville running clubs.

If you live nearby, The Aiken Trails Club @ Stable View is perfect as you'll be training on the actual trails in the race. If none of these are convenient, just google running clubs in your area. There are also a couple of great apps that can help you. Two of our favorites are the Nike Running Club and Runna.

Aiken Trails Club Info & Signup [https://svagatheringplace.com/aiken-trails-club/]Nike Running Club [https://www.nike.com/nrc-app]Runna [https://www.runna.com/]

Accommodations

For those wishing to stay near the Start Line or linger after the race, Stable View offers contemporary lodging and RV Hook Ups, perfect for easing those post-race muscles. Enjoy the peaceful country setting while remaining close to dining, sightseeing, and shopping in historic downtown Aiken.

Weekday rates are available for all accommodation types during the Trailblazer weekend and automatically applied to stays from October 23-25, 2026. Inquiries and direct reservations can be made via email at INFO@STABLEVIEWFARM.COM or by calling 484-356-3173. All RV reservations must be made directly with Stable View.

Lodging Details & Booking on Airbnb [https://www.airbnb.com/users/profile/about?context=host]

What's Included

Finisher's Medal
For all participants.

Super Cool T-Shirt
Long sleeve t-shirts are guaranteed through October 15th; short sleeve t-shirts are available while they last.

Post-Race Food
Fabulous post-race food provided by The Bistro @ Stable View.

Real Bathrooms & Hot Showers
Real bathrooms and access to hot showers.

Course

Half Marathon Route (2025) on Strava [https://www.strava.com/routes/3414686569662598590]10K Route (2025) on Strava [https://www.strava.com/routes/3414689497915715408]5K Route (2025) on Strava [https://www.strava.com/routes/3414692334147806032]
Start/Finish on Google Maps [https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Stable+View%2C+117+Stable+Drive%2C+Aiken%2C+SC+29801]

Race Awards

Overall awards go to the top 3 female and male finishers for the Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K. Award details will be posted closer to race day.

Age group awards in the following categories:

Age Group Categories
9 & Under10-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-79

Managing Your Registration

RAIN OR SHINE EVENT. NO REFUNDS.

Thank You to Our Sponsors

Thank you to the businesses and partners who make this race possible.

[https://runsignup.com/Race/SC/Aiken/AikenTrailblazerAtStableView][The Fresh Market] [https://www.thefreshmarket.com/?gclsrc=aw.ds][Coca Cola Consolidated] [https://www.cokeconsolidated.com/][Marathon Majic] [https://marathonmajic.com/][Tailwind Nutrition] [https://tailwindnutrition.com/collections/all?campaign_id=23306615034&ad_id=786111123547]
See All Sponsors [https://runsignup.com/Race/Sponsors/SC/Aiken/AikenTrailblazerAtStableView]

Volunteer With Us

Race day runs on volunteers. Pick a shift that works for you on the volunteer sign-up page.

Sign Up to Volunteer [https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/SC/Aiken/AikenTrailblazerAtStableView]

Let's Stay Connected

Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/aikentrailblazeratstableview]
Contact the Race Director [https://runsignup.com/Race/Info/SC/Aiken/AikenTrailblazerAtStableView#contactFormSection]
Registration support by Upstate Race Series . Info@UpstateRaceSeries.com