Spooky Sprint 5K
Updated
Saturday, October 31, 2026, first start 8:30 AM, in Melrose (Melrose Family YMCA). Distances: 5K. Entry from $40; the 5K goes from $40 to $45 after October 30.
- Date
- Saturday, October 31, 2026
- Start time
- 8:30 AM (earliest wave)
- Location
- Melrose Family YMCA, Melrose, MA 02176
- Area
- Boston & Cambridge, Boston
- Distances
- 5K
- Course
- Road or path
- Price
- $40 plus the platform's processing fee
- Next price increase
- Friday, October 30, 2026: 5K $40 → $45
- Registration
- Open. Opened February 3, online signup closes Saturday, October 31, 2026
How to register
Registration is on RunSignup. Pick your distance, add any extras, and you'll get a confirmation email with your bib details. Sign up by October 30 to pay $40 instead of $45.
Register on RunSignup →Race website
Course and race notes
Run for a cause. Run with the Y. Bring your costume and join us for the 17th Annual Spooky Sprint 5K hosted by the Melrose Family YMCA. This family-friendly run/walk begins at the Y and travels through charming downtown Melrose and beautiful Pine Banks.
From the race's own listing. Check the race website for the course map and parking.
Source: RunSignup public race API, refreshed 2026-10-17. Details can change; the registration page is the final word.