Spooky Sprint - Springfield
The Spooky Sprint Half Marathon offers a festive Halloween theme with custom swag and a family-friendly atmosphere.
Race Date
Oct 4, 2026
Location
Willard, MO
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, October 4, 2026
- Location
- Willard, Missouri
- 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
- 42
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Spooky Sprint Half Marathon in Willard, MO, transforms race day into a Halloween celebration. This event, now in its second year, draws participants from around three states, offering a unique blend of festive fun and athletic challenge.
The course is a flat, paved loop, providing an ideal setting for runners aiming for personal bests. While the focus is on the Halloween theme, the race is well-organized, ensuring a smooth experience for all participants. The ~0 ft elevation gain and loss contribute to its accessibility for a wide range of runners.
Beyond the race itself, the Spooky Sprint boasts great swag, including a designer shirt and a custom medal for half marathoners. Chip-timing with live results and awards adds a competitive edge, while the finish line offers delicious treats and plenty of fun, making it a memorable event for the whole family.
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 an 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
Sunday, October 4, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
Frisco Highline Trail-Starting at Willard High School, Willard, MO, 65781
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
2 years running
~21 finishers a year
small race — neutral
21% returning runners
3 timing sources
runners from 3 states
winner 1:38:15
typical high 78°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
58°
Afternoon (High)
78°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
64%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 42 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
42
Median time
2:18:44
Latest turnout
19
States
6
Turnout by year
2024–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Frequently asked
When is the Spooky Sprint - Springfield?
The Spooky Sprint - Springfield is held on Sunday, October 4, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Spooky Sprint - Springfield take place?
It takes place in Willard, Missouri.
What distances does the Spooky Sprint - Springfield 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 - Springfield course flat and good for a PR?
The Spooky Sprint - Springfield is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Spooky Sprint - Springfield?
HalfRuns has finish records for 42 runners who have completed the Spooky Sprint - Springfield.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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