Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Colonial Heights, VA (43)
Haunted Half Marathon at Colonial Heights offers a unique out-and-back course with a festive, costume-friendly atmosphere.
Race Date
Oct 24, 2026
Location
Colonial Heights, VA
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, October 24, 2026
- Location
- Colonial Heights, Virginia
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K, 26.2 Miles
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 8
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Haunted Half Marathon at Colonial Heights, VA, invites runners to a unique out-and-back course along the Appomattox River Greenway. This event, now in its second edition, offers a chance to race on a certified course that is largely flat, making it a potential spot for personal bests.
The atmosphere is geared towards fun and festivity, with a special emphasis on costumes, adding a playful element to the race day. Runners can expect a straightforward, well-marked course, though parking at Roslyn Landing is noted as limited.
With a 6-hour time limit, the race is accessible to a wide range of runners. Participants receive finisher medals and have access to a gear shop, contributing to the overall race experience. The event is part of a series that also includes 5K, 10K, and full marathon distances.
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 Park at the Appomattox River Greenway Roslyn Landing. Limited Parking. 5K & 10K Course https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5964793165 This course is an out-and-back. 5K does the course one time. 10K does the course two times. 13.1M & 26.2M Course https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5921762272 This course is an out-and-back. Half Marathon does the course four times. Marathon does the course eight times. Course Time Limit 6 hours.
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
Greenway Roslyn Landing Access, Colonial Heights, VA, 23834
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
road
Scenery
Lake River
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 finishers a year
small race — neutral
0% returning runners
3 timing sources
runners from 3 states
winner 1:53:28
typical high 69°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
49°
Afternoon (High)
69°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.0"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
70%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 8 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
8
Median time
2:07:18
Latest turnout
5
States
3
Turnout by year
2024–2025
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Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Colonial Heights, VA (43)?
The Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Colonial Heights, VA (43) is held on Saturday, October 24, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Colonial Heights, VA (43) take place?
It takes place in Colonial Heights, Virginia.
What distances does the Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Colonial Heights, VA (43) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K, 26.2 Miles.
Is the Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Colonial Heights, VA (43) course flat and good for a PR?
The Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Colonial Heights, VA (43) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
How many people run the Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Colonial Heights, VA (43)?
HalfRuns has finish records for 8 runners who have completed the Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Colonial Heights, VA (43).
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