Spooky Sprint - Greater Chicago
Updated
Sunday, October 17, 2027, first start 9:00 AM, in Elk Grove Village (Busse Woods Shelter 25). Distances: 1 mile, 5K, 10K, Half marathon. Entry from $22 to $50; the Half marathon goes from $50 to $56 after April 21.
Course and race notes
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!
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Sunday, October 17
2027 · in 344 days
Start time
9:00 AM
Earliest wave
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
1 mile5K10KHalf marathon
Price
$22 to $50
Plus the platform's processing fee
Half marathon goes up after Wed Apr 21 (in 165 days)
Registration
Open
Online signup closes Sun Oct 17 (in 344 days)
Opened Oct 3, 2026
Race day in Elk Grove Village
Weather
62° / 45°F
Typical high and low for October 17, with a 33% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Chicago Ohare Intl Airport, IL (3.9 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
7:05 AM – 6:09 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Sunday.
Calculated for the race location.
Plan your trip
For the night before, Sat Oct 16
Where to stay
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