Haunted Halloween Half Marathon & 5km
- Date Sun 25th October 2026
- Time 8:25AM CDT
- Location Chicago, Illinois
- Price $38.35 - $59.55
- Races 2 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a spooktacular day of fitness and fun at the Haunted Halloween Half Marathon & 5K, taking place on Sunday, October 25, 2026, in the vibrant Lincoln Park area of Chicago, Cook County. This thrilling event invites runners and walkers of all ages to don their favorite Halloween costumes and hit the scenic trails of Lincoln Park, with the course stretching along Chicago's picturesque Lakefront Trail. Participants can choose between two exciting race distances: the exhilarating half marathon and the spirited 5K.
Join hundreds of fellow enthusiasts in celebrating the season with a unique twist! Not only will there be age group awards spanning ten-year categories, but also a chance to win prize money in the pre-race Costume Contest, where teams and individuals can compete for cash prizes. After the race, enjoy complimentary autumn treats and Halloween candy, and celebrate your achievements with a free beer at Tin Lizzie in Lincoln Park, where a delicious food discount awaits. With every finisher receiving a coveted H^3 medal, this event promises an unforgettable day of community, fitness, and festive fun. Don't miss out—mark your calendars and prepare for a hauntingly good time!
Join hundreds of fellow enthusiasts in celebrating the season with a unique twist! Not only will there be age group awards spanning ten-year categories, but also a chance to win prize money in the pre-race Costume Contest, where teams and individuals can compete for cash prizes. After the race, enjoy complimentary autumn treats and Halloween candy, and celebrate your achievements with a free beer at Tin Lizzie in Lincoln Park, where a delicious food discount awaits. With every finisher receiving a coveted H^3 medal, this event promises an unforgettable day of community, fitness, and festive fun. Don't miss out—mark your calendars and prepare for a hauntingly good time!
Organiser's Description
2025 results: https://www.athlinks.com/event/314344/results/Event/1099091/Results
The Haunted Halloween Half Marathon & 5km returns this fall to Chicago's Lincoln Park, at a new site! We will be in Diversey Event Space, across the street from Notebaert Nature Museum. The event offers race distances of half marathon and 5K with a special Halloween twist! Hundreds of runners and walkers of all ages and abilities dress in costume and compete for fun and prizes. Age group awards will be given in ten-year age ranges. And there is prize money for the winners of our pre-race Costume Contest! Costume Contest Prize Money: For the teams 1st, 2nd win $200 and for individuals 1st, 2nd win $100.
After the race, help yourself to some autumn refreshment treats. There will of course be Halloween candy. Every HM & 5k finisher gets a _H^3 MEDAL_ to match your bib and shirt! Please attend our post party with a free beer at Tin Lizzie in Lincoln Park where they will also be offering 20% discount on their food menu.
Course will traverse the trails within Lincoln Park before heading south along Chicago's scenic Lakefront Trail. Course is accurately measured with every mile marked. Timing splits on the HM course at 5km, 10km, 10mi. ***the 10km split has been moved to the TURNAROUND point at 6.55miles***
Participants are encouraged to use public transportation. If you choose to drive, parking is available in the Chicago History Museum lot, or along Cannon Drive.
Packet Pickups are being scheduled for Fleet Feet & Xtra Mile Running as well as on raceday, on site, beginning at 7:15am! Tentative schedule below.
Tuesday 10/21 2-7pm @ Xtra Mile Running (31 W Schaumburg Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60194)
Thursday, 10/23, 1-7pm @ Fleet Feet South Loop
Sunday, 10/26, 7:15-8:35am @ Diversey Event Space (2611 N Cannon Dr, Chicago, IL)
This event will sell out.
Schedule: 7:15am - PPU and Gear Check open ... 7:45am - Costume Contest Judging at stage ... 8:05am - Costume Winners decided ... 8:30am - HALF MARATHON Start ... 8:45am - 5k Start ... 9:10am - 5k winners ... 10:05am - HM winners ... 12:50pm - Gear Check closed
Age group awards will be given in ten year categories: 19 & under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
The Haunted Halloween Half Marathon & 5km returns this fall to Chicago's Lincoln Park, at a new site! We will be in Diversey Event Space, across the street from Notebaert Nature Museum. The event offers race distances of half marathon and 5K with a special Halloween twist! Hundreds of runners and walkers of all ages and abilities dress in costume and compete for fun and prizes. Age group awards will be given in ten-year age ranges. And there is prize money for the winners of our pre-race Costume Contest! Costume Contest Prize Money: For the teams 1st, 2nd win $200 and for individuals 1st, 2nd win $100.
After the race, help yourself to some autumn refreshment treats. There will of course be Halloween candy. Every HM & 5k finisher gets a _H^3 MEDAL_ to match your bib and shirt! Please attend our post party with a free beer at Tin Lizzie in Lincoln Park where they will also be offering 20% discount on their food menu.
Course will traverse the trails within Lincoln Park before heading south along Chicago's scenic Lakefront Trail. Course is accurately measured with every mile marked. Timing splits on the HM course at 5km, 10km, 10mi. ***the 10km split has been moved to the TURNAROUND point at 6.55miles***
Participants are encouraged to use public transportation. If you choose to drive, parking is available in the Chicago History Museum lot, or along Cannon Drive.
Packet Pickups are being scheduled for Fleet Feet & Xtra Mile Running as well as on raceday, on site, beginning at 7:15am! Tentative schedule below.
Tuesday 10/21 2-7pm @ Xtra Mile Running (31 W Schaumburg Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60194)
Thursday, 10/23, 1-7pm @ Fleet Feet South Loop
Sunday, 10/26, 7:15-8:35am @ Diversey Event Space (2611 N Cannon Dr, Chicago, IL)
This event will sell out.
Schedule: 7:15am - PPU and Gear Check open ... 7:45am - Costume Contest Judging at stage ... 8:05am - Costume Winners decided ... 8:30am - HALF MARATHON Start ... 8:45am - 5k Start ... 9:10am - 5k winners ... 10:05am - HM winners ... 12:50pm - Gear Check closed
Age group awards will be given in ten year categories: 19 & under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
Races
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H^3 Half Marathon
Incl. $4.55 Fee & Long Sleeve Shirt
Sun 25th October 2026 (8:25AM CDT)
$59.55
8:25am race start Runners encouraged to race in costume! Halloween-themed bib and shirt Matching themed finisher's medal Timing splits at 5k, 10k-ish, 10M -
H^3 5k
Incl. $3.35 Fee & Long Sleeve Shirt
Sun 25th October 2026 (8:40AM CDT)
$38.35
8:40am race start Runners encouraged to race in costume! Halloween-themed bib and shirt Matching themed finisher's medal
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