Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Montgomery, AL (43)
Haunted Half Marathon offers a unique Halloween-themed race experience in Montgomery, Alabama.
Race Date
Oct 24, 2026
Location
Montgomery, AL
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, October 24, 2026
- Location
- Montgomery, Alabama
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 7
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Haunted Half Marathon in Montgomery, Alabama, transforms a scenic park into a festive Halloween-themed racecourse. Runners can choose from 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon distances, all utilizing an out-and-back format within the park's open spaces.
The course is designed to be flat and fast, making it an ideal setting for those looking to achieve personal bests. With a generous 3-hour and 30-minute time limit, the event is welcoming to a wide range of running abilities. The race is part of the US Road Running series, offering points and awards for top finishers.
Participants can look forward to finisher medals, custom shirts, and a chance to win a best costume award, adding a playful element to the competition. The event is well-supported with restrooms near the start and ample parking, ensuring a smooth race day experience.
Race-provided description
Race Information The race starts at 8:00 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 Go to the large parking lot in the center of the park or Scenic Open Space. https://maps.app.goo.gl/ztPgtyzx6y9ozjBd9 Restrooms located near Start. https://maps.app.goo.gl/HGgfWnjGtC7j3iQg9 5K & 10K Course (0.78M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5968456369 The course is an out-and-back (1.56M) The 5K does the out-and-back two times. The 10K does the out-and-back four times. Half Marathon Course (1.09M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5918773471 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
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Start Location
1 Festival Dr, Montgomery, AL, 36117
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
road
Scenery
Park
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
1 other map for this race
Quality Score
2 years running
~3.5 finishers a year
small race — neutral
0% returning runners
3 timing sources
runners from 1 state
winner 2:08:41
typical high 78°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
54°
Afternoon (High)
78°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
67%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 7 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
7
Median time
2:13:55
Latest turnout
4
States
2
Turnout by year
2024–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Frequently asked
When is the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Montgomery, AL (43)?
The Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Montgomery, AL (43) is held on Saturday, October 24, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Montgomery, AL (43) take place?
It takes place in Montgomery, Alabama.
What distances does the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Montgomery, AL (43) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Montgomery, AL (43) course flat and good for a PR?
The Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Montgomery, AL (43) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
How many people run the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Montgomery, AL (43)?
HalfRuns has finish records for 7 runners who have completed the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Montgomery, AL (43).
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