Spooky Sprint 5K 2026
- Date Sat 24th October 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Roanoke, Virginia
- Price $38.10
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a thrilling day of fun and fitness at the Spooky Sprint 5K, taking place on Saturday, October 24, 2026, in the scenic Rivers Edge North Park in Roanoke, Virginia! This exciting event kicks off at 9:00 AM, following a lively costume contest and check-in at 8:30 AM. Participants of all ages are encouraged to show off their best Halloween costumes, with prizes awarded for categories such as Best Youth Costume, Best Teen Costume, Best Adult Costume, and even Best Pet Costume! Runners will enjoy a festive atmosphere as they race through a picturesque course, with medals awarded to overall winners and age group champions.
Registration is available at an early bird price of $35 until September 30, with a price increase to $45 starting October 1. Kids aged 2-10 can join the fun for just $20! Don’t forget, t-shirts are limited and will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, so be sure to secure your spot early. Whether you’re running for time or just to enjoy the Halloween spirit, the Spooky Sprint 5K promises a day of excitement for the whole community. Don’t miss out on this
Registration is available at an early bird price of $35 until September 30, with a price increase to $45 starting October 1. Kids aged 2-10 can join the fun for just $20! Don’t forget, t-shirts are limited and will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, so be sure to secure your spot early. Whether you’re running for time or just to enjoy the Halloween spirit, the Spooky Sprint 5K promises a day of excitement for the whole community. Don’t miss out on this
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR THE 2026 SPOOKY SPRINT 5K!
8:30 AM: Costume Contest & Check-In
9:00 AM: Race Start
Show off your spooky style! Prizes for the best costumes (yes, pets too!) and medals for overall and age group race winners.
Registration Prices:
* EARLY REGISTRATION (THRU SEPTEMBER 30): $35
* OCTOBER 125: $45 (_please note: registration sales will end at 8:30am on race day)_
* KIDS (AGES 210): $20
PLEASE NOTE: AFTER OCTOBER 1ST, RACE T-SHIRTS WILL BE AVAILABLE IN LIMITED QUANTITIES AND WILL BE GIVEN OUT ON A FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED BASIS. If your size vanishes into the night, we cannot guarantee an exact or alternate fit.
COSTUME CONTEST with prizes for each category provided by Mast General Store!
- BEST YOUTH COSTUME (ages 12 & under) - _For the most creative costume worn by a child!
-_ BEST TEEN COSTUME (ages 13-17) - _Celebrating creativity and Halloween spirit among teens
- _BEST ADULT COSTUME - _For the standout costume among adult participants
- _MOST CREATIVE/ORIGINAL COSTUME - _Awarded to the most unique and imaginative costume
- _BEST HALLOWEEN SPIRIT_- For the participant who fully embraces the fun, festive, and spooky atmosphere of the event
- _BEST PET COSTUME - _Awarded to the four-legged participant sporting the most creative, adorable, or spooktacular costume while showing off their Halloween spirit_
_Race will take place rain or shine._
_*PLEASE NOTE NEW RACE LOCATION FOR 2026 - Rivers Edge North Park_
_All pets must be leashed to keep our ghouls and goblins safe._
8:30 AM: Costume Contest & Check-In
9:00 AM: Race Start
Show off your spooky style! Prizes for the best costumes (yes, pets too!) and medals for overall and age group race winners.
Registration Prices:
* EARLY REGISTRATION (THRU SEPTEMBER 30): $35
* OCTOBER 125: $45 (_please note: registration sales will end at 8:30am on race day)_
* KIDS (AGES 210): $20
PLEASE NOTE: AFTER OCTOBER 1ST, RACE T-SHIRTS WILL BE AVAILABLE IN LIMITED QUANTITIES AND WILL BE GIVEN OUT ON A FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED BASIS. If your size vanishes into the night, we cannot guarantee an exact or alternate fit.
COSTUME CONTEST with prizes for each category provided by Mast General Store!
- BEST YOUTH COSTUME (ages 12 & under) - _For the most creative costume worn by a child!
-_ BEST TEEN COSTUME (ages 13-17) - _Celebrating creativity and Halloween spirit among teens
- _BEST ADULT COSTUME - _For the standout costume among adult participants
- _MOST CREATIVE/ORIGINAL COSTUME - _Awarded to the most unique and imaginative costume
- _BEST HALLOWEEN SPIRIT_- For the participant who fully embraces the fun, festive, and spooky atmosphere of the event
- _BEST PET COSTUME - _Awarded to the four-legged participant sporting the most creative, adorable, or spooktacular costume while showing off their Halloween spirit_
_Race will take place rain or shine._
_*PLEASE NOTE NEW RACE LOCATION FOR 2026 - Rivers Edge North Park_
_All pets must be leashed to keep our ghouls and goblins safe._
Races
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Spooky Sprint 5k 2026
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 24th October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
Get ready to race! The annual West End Center for Youth Spooky Sprint 5K is back. The race kicks off at 9:00 AM at Rivers Edge North Park (NEW LOCATION), and you won't want to miss it. Packet Pick-Up: Friday, 10/23, 10 AM to 6 PM at RunAbout Sports Roanoke Saturday, 10/24 (Race Day), 8 AM to 8:30 AM at Rivers Edge North Park Roanoke Bring your A-game and your best costume. Judging will take place before the race, so arrive by 8:30 AM to enter the costume contest. Let's make this race spooktacular!
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