Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (41)
Haunted Half Marathon in Bowling Green offers a unique out-and-back gravel course with costume awards.
Race Date
Oct 10, 2026
Location
Bowling Green, KY
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Location
- Bowling Green, Kentucky
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 9
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Haunted Half Marathon at Bowling Green, KY, presents a unique out-and-back course crafted on gravel surfaces, offering a distinct running experience. This event, which has seen a growing field in its two editions, typically draws participants from around three states.
Runners can expect a flat course with minimal elevation change, making it potentially favorable for achieving personal bests. The half marathon course involves completing the out-and-back section four times, with a generous time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes, welcoming a wide range of runners.
The race emphasizes fun and community, with awards for the best costumes adding a festive and spirited atmosphere to the event. Participants can look forward to finisher medals and other gear, contributing to a memorable race day.
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 This course surface is gravel. 5K, 10K, Course (1.56M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5973995947 The course is an out-and-back (3.11M) The 5K does the out-and-back one time. The 10K does the out-and-back two times.
Half Marathon Course (1.64M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5953420471 The course is an out-and-back (3.28M). The Half Marathon does the out-and-back four 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 10, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Start Location
885 Mount Olivet Rd, Bowling Green, KY, 42101
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
road
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
~4.5 finishers a year
small race — neutral
0% returning runners
3 timing sources
runners from 3 states
winner 1:51:14
typical high 74°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
53°
Afternoon (High)
74°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.0"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
68%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 9 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
9
Median time
2:14:49
Latest turnout
8
States
4
Turnout by year
2024–2025
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Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (41)?
The Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (41) is held on Saturday, October 10, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (41) take place?
It takes place in Bowling Green, Kentucky.
What distances does the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (41) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (41) course flat and good for a PR?
The Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (41) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
How many people run the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (41)?
HalfRuns has finish records for 9 runners who have completed the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (41).
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