Haunted 5K & Half Marathon at Hickory City Park, Hickory, NC (40S30)
- Date Sat 3rd October 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Hickory, North Carolina
- Price $33.80 - $70.90
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Join the excitement at the Haunted 5K & Half Marathon on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at Hickory City Park in Hickory, NC! This thrilling event promises fun for all runners, featuring a scenic 5K course where participants will tackle an out-and-back route twice, totaling 3.1 miles. For those looking for a greater challenge, the half marathon showcases a captivating 13.1-mile course that repeats the out-and-back route six times, pushing your limits in a vibrant, festive atmosphere.
The race kicks off at 8:30 AM, with packet pickup starting 30 minutes prior, so be sure to arrive early. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to enjoy a day of fitness and camaraderie amidst the beautiful surroundings of Hickory. Whether you're running for a personal best or just for fun, come dressed in your best Halloween costume for a chance to win the Best Costume award! Mark your calendars for this unforgettable day of running, community, and celebration!
The race kicks off at 8:30 AM, with packet pickup starting 30 minutes prior, so be sure to arrive early. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to enjoy a day of fitness and camaraderie amidst the beautiful surroundings of Hickory. Whether you're running for a personal best or just for fun, come dressed in your best Halloween costume for a chance to win the Best Costume award! Mark your calendars for this unforgettable day of running, community, and celebration!
Organiser's Description
RACE INFORMATION
The race starts at 8:30 AM.
Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.
All runners must register on RunSignup.
No on-site registration.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
The starting line is located across the street from the corner of 16th Ave Pl NW and 12th St Dr NW.
5K COURSE (0.78M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6233736925
The course is an out-and-back (1.56M)
The 5K does the out-and-back two times.
HALF MARATHON COURSE (1.09M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5975171281
The course is an out-and-back (2.18M).
The Half Marathon does the out-and-back six times.
COURSE TIME LIMIT
3 hours and 30 minutes.
FINISHER MEDALS
https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php
SHIRT AND GEAR SHOP
https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php
BEST COSTUME
https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php
SERIES POINTS
https://usroadrunning.com/S.php
AWARDS
https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION
https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php
US ROAD RUNNING
https://usroadrunning.com [https://usroadrunning.com/]
The race starts at 8:30 AM.
Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.
All runners must register on RunSignup.
No on-site registration.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
The starting line is located across the street from the corner of 16th Ave Pl NW and 12th St Dr NW.
5K COURSE (0.78M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6233736925
The course is an out-and-back (1.56M)
The 5K does the out-and-back two times.
HALF MARATHON COURSE (1.09M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5975171281
The course is an out-and-back (2.18M).
The Half Marathon does the out-and-back six times.
COURSE TIME LIMIT
3 hours and 30 minutes.
FINISHER MEDALS
https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php
SHIRT AND GEAR SHOP
https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php
BEST COSTUME
https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php
SERIES POINTS
https://usroadrunning.com/S.php
AWARDS
https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION
https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php
US ROAD RUNNING
https://usroadrunning.com [https://usroadrunning.com/]
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1581 12th St Dr NW, Hickory, 28601, NC, United States
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