Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (43)
Haunted Half Marathon in Bowling Green offers a unique gravel out-and-back course with a festive atmosphere.
Race Date
Oct 24, 2026
Location
Bowling Green, KY
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, October 24, 2026
- Location
- Bowling Green, Kentucky
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Mixed
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Haunted Half Marathon at Bowling Green, KY, presents a distinctive race day experience on a gravel out-and-back course. Runners can choose from 5K, 10K, and half marathon distances, all sharing a common route that is repeated multiple times to achieve the target mileage.
The course is designed as a series of out-and-back segments, with the half marathon completing six repetitions. The ~0 ft elevation gain and loss suggest a predominantly flat profile, making it a potentially fast course for those aiming for personal bests. The race is timed to start at 8:00 AM, with packet pickup conveniently available shortly before the event.
This event is part of a series that emphasizes community and fun, with awards for best costumes and series points contributing to a lively atmosphere. The 3.5-hour time limit provides ample opportunity for runners of various paces to complete their chosen distance.
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 is a gravel course. 5K & 10K Course (0.78M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5974019947 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/5953427932 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
9222 Nashville Rd, Bowling Green, KY, 42101
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
mixed
Surface
Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
1 other map for this race
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 70°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
50°
Afternoon (High)
70°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
64%
Humidity
Frequently asked
When is the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (43)?
The Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (43) is held on Saturday, October 24, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (43) take place?
It takes place in Bowling Green, Kentucky.
What distances does the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (43) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (43) course flat and good for a PR?
The Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Bowling Green, KY (43) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
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