Spooky Sprint - Little Rock
Spooky Sprint offers a Halloween-themed half marathon with fun swag and a festive atmosphere.
Race Date
Oct 3, 2026
Location
North Little Rock, AR
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Location
- North Little Rock, Arkansas
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 50m, 1 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, Virtual Race, Volunteer then Run
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 74
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Spooky Sprint in North Little Rock, Arkansas, transforms into a Halloween celebration for runners of all ages. This festive event, first run in 2024, offers a half marathon alongside shorter distances, making it a family-friendly affair.
Runners can expect a flat, paved course designed for speed, with chip-timing and live results. The atmosphere is lighthearted and fun, enhanced by the Halloween theme and the promise of delicious treats at the finish line. With approximately 55 finishers recently, the race is growing and draws participants from about seven states.
Participants receive a designer t-shirt and a custom finisher medal, with options for a virtual race for those who can't attend in person. The event aims for a fun, memorable experience, complete with free photos and awards.
Race-provided description
Join us for the annual Spooky Sprint 5k/10k & Half Marathon! A fun, Halloween-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.
The fun includes -
Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal
Chip-timing with live results and awards
Free photos
Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line
Plenty of fun!
Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag! *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!
Half Marathon Registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and awesome finisher medal!
5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)
*Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
TBD, North Little Rock, AR, 72118
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
2 years running
~37 finishers a year
small race — neutral
6% returning runners
3 timing sources
runners from 7 states
winner 1:44:07
typical high 83°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
63°
Afternoon (High)
83°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.1"
Precipitation
8 mph
Wind
66%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 74 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
74
Median time
2:19:15
Latest turnout
55
States
10
Turnout by year
2024–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Frequently asked
When is the Spooky Sprint - Little Rock?
The Spooky Sprint - Little Rock is held on Saturday, October 3, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Spooky Sprint - Little Rock take place?
It takes place in North Little Rock, Arkansas.
What distances does the Spooky Sprint - Little Rock offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 50m, 1 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles, Virtual Race, Volunteer then Run.
Is the Spooky Sprint - Little Rock course flat and good for a PR?
The Spooky Sprint - Little Rock is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Spooky Sprint - Little Rock?
HalfRuns has finish records for 74 runners who have completed the Spooky Sprint - Little Rock.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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