The Haunted Forest Marathon
- Date Sun 25th October 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Canal Fulton, Ohio
- Price $38.10 - $96.40
- Races 5 races
- Distances Marathon, Half Marathon, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the 6th Annual Haunted Forest Marathon on Sunday, October 25th, 2026, in the scenic Canal Fulton, Stark! This family-friendly, themed event is perfect for runners of all levels, offering a full marathon (26.2 miles), a half marathon (13.1 miles), and a 5K (3.1 miles). The course begins on the road and transitions to hard-packed crushed limestone and blacktop, providing a smooth running experience with only 57 feet of elevation gain throughout the marathon.
This event not only promises an unforgettable atmosphere but also serves as a fantastic Boston qualifier, with 18% of participants qualifying in 2025. Runners can earn a special second medal if they achieve their qualifying time on race day. Plus, enjoy the excitement of awards handed out on a rolling basis throughout the morning. Don’t miss the chance to participate in the "Smash the PR Pumpkin" activity, where you can celebrate your personal bests. Join us for a day filled with fun, fitness, and festive spirit!
This event not only promises an unforgettable atmosphere but also serves as a fantastic Boston qualifier, with 18% of participants qualifying in 2025. Runners can earn a special second medal if they achieve their qualifying time on race day. Plus, enjoy the excitement of awards handed out on a rolling basis throughout the morning. Don’t miss the chance to participate in the "Smash the PR Pumpkin" activity, where you can celebrate your personal bests. Join us for a day filled with fun, fitness, and festive spirit!
Organiser's Description
WELCOME TO THE 6TH ANNUAL HAUNTED FOREST MARATHON WEEKEND
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FAMILY FRIENDLY / THEMED EVENT FEATURING A FULL MARATHON (26.2 MILES), A HALF MARATHON (13.1 MILES), AND 5K (3.1 MILES).
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FIRST MILE ON THE ROAD / REMAINDER OF THE RACE ON HARD PACKED CRUSHED LIMESTONE AND BLACKTOP. MARATHON HAS A TOTAL OF 57 FEET OF ELEVATION OVER THE 26.2 MILE DISTANCE!
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A GREAT BOSTON QUALIFIER WHICH INCLUDES A SECOND MEDAL IF YOU QUALIFY ON RACE DAY. 18% OF OUR 2025 MARATHON PARTICIPANTS QUALIFIED FOR BOSTON.
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AWARDS HANDED OUT ON A ROLLING BASIS THROUGHOUT THE MORNING
DON'T FORGET OUR "SMASH THE PR PUMPKIN" ACTIVITY IF YOU RUN A PERSONAL BEST ON OUR COURSE.
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FAMILY FRIENDLY / THEMED EVENT FEATURING A FULL MARATHON (26.2 MILES), A HALF MARATHON (13.1 MILES), AND 5K (3.1 MILES).
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FIRST MILE ON THE ROAD / REMAINDER OF THE RACE ON HARD PACKED CRUSHED LIMESTONE AND BLACKTOP. MARATHON HAS A TOTAL OF 57 FEET OF ELEVATION OVER THE 26.2 MILE DISTANCE!
*
A GREAT BOSTON QUALIFIER WHICH INCLUDES A SECOND MEDAL IF YOU QUALIFY ON RACE DAY. 18% OF OUR 2025 MARATHON PARTICIPANTS QUALIFIED FOR BOSTON.
*
AWARDS HANDED OUT ON A ROLLING BASIS THROUGHOUT THE MORNING
DON'T FORGET OUR "SMASH THE PR PUMPKIN" ACTIVITY IF YOU RUN A PERSONAL BEST ON OUR COURSE.
Races
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Marathon
Incl. $5.50 Fee & Event Shirt
Sun 25th October 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$80.50
No time limit -
Half Marathon
Incl. $4.90 Fee & Event Shirt
Sun 25th October 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$69.90
No time limit -
5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Event Shirt
Sun 25th October 2026 (8:25AM EDT)
$38.10
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Virtual Marathon
Incl. $6.40 Fee & Event Shirt
$96.40
Run at home. Record your results. Get SWAG. -
Virtual Half Marathon
Incl. $5.20 Fee & Event Shirt
$75.20
Run at home. Record your results. Get SWAG.
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123 Tuscarawas St NW, Canal Fulton, 44614, OH, United States
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