Haunted Halloween Half Marathon & 5km
- Date Sun 25th October 2026
- Time 8:25AM CDT
- Location Chicago, Illinois
- Price $69.09 - $112.55
- Races 2 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a spooktacular day of fun and fitness 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 exciting event promises a unique Halloween twist as runners and walkers of all ages come together to compete in either the thrilling half marathon or the fun 5K race. Participants are encouraged to don their best costumes for a chance to win exciting prizes, including cash rewards for the top teams and individuals in the Costume Contest!
The race courses wind through the scenic trails of Lincoln Park and along Chicago's picturesque Lakefront Trail, ensuring a memorable experience for everyone involved. With age group awards available in ten-year increments and a festive post-race celebration featuring complimentary refreshments and Halloween treats, this event is perfect for families, friends, and running enthusiasts looking to embrace the Halloween spirit. Don't miss out on the chance to earn your coveted _H^3 MEDAL_ and join us for an unforgettable day filled with camaraderie, competition, and celebration! Mark your calendars and prepare for a Halloween-themed running adventure you won't want to miss!
The race courses wind through the scenic trails of Lincoln Park and along Chicago's picturesque Lakefront Trail, ensuring a memorable experience for everyone involved. With age group awards available in ten-year increments and a festive post-race celebration featuring complimentary refreshments and Halloween treats, this event is perfect for families, friends, and running enthusiasts looking to embrace the Halloween spirit. Don't miss out on the chance to earn your coveted _H^3 MEDAL_ and join us for an unforgettable day filled with camaraderie, competition, and celebration! Mark your calendars and prepare for a Halloween-themed running adventure you won't want to miss!
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.
TBD, @ Fleet Feet CHICAGO
Sunday, 10/25, 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.
TBD, @ Fleet Feet CHICAGO
Sunday, 10/25, 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. $7.55 Fee & Long Sleeve Shirt
Sun 25th October 2026 (8:25AM CDT)
$112.55
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. $5.09 Fee & Long Sleeve Shirt
Sun 25th October 2026 (8:40AM CDT)
$69.09
8:40am race start Runners encouraged to race in costume! Halloween-themed bib and shirt Matching themed finisher's medal
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