2025 Monster Mash 1M, 5K, 10K, 13.1, 26.2 - Now Only $12!
- Date
- October 3–31, 2026
- Distance
- 1 Mile · 5K · 10K & more
From the Organizer
*This is a virtual race! Complete it on your own and we mail your medal to you. These medals say the year 2025 on the neck ribbon!
Calling all Halloween enthusiasts! Are you ready to embrace the spookiness of the season? Join us for the thrilling Monster Mash virtual race, where you can indulge in the Halloween spirit while staying active. Lace up your running shoes and get ready to dash through the darkness!
You have all of 2026 to complete your chosen distance: 1 mile, 5K, 10K, 13.1, or 26.2. Whether you prefer a short sprint or a marathon-like challenge, there's a race distance suitable for participants of all ages and fitness levels.
By participating, you'll not only contribute to a great cause but also receive a well-deserved medal featuring spooky monster designs upon completing your event. These medals are exclusively crafted for the Haunted Halloween race and will be cherished keepsakes.
The registration fee is $24, which includes your medal, bib, and a donation to charity*.
*Charity Disclaimer:
We are not a nonprofit organization — we simply believe in supporting great causes whenever we can. A portion of your race registration is donated to a charitable organization. Over the last 13 years we have donated more than $1 million to charities around the world.
Due to certain legal restrictions, we're unable to publicly list specific charities associated with each event. However, you're welcome to email us at support@virtualrunevent.com for more information on which charity this race benefits and to get a list of our charity donations throughout the years.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
79°
Typical Low
55°
Chance of Rain
20%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mcdonough 5 Ene, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Mcdonough, GA
Elevation
732 ft
Nearest Airport
ATL
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport · 22 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 2025 Monster Mash 1M, 5K, 10K, 13.1, 26.2 - Now Only $12!, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- 2025 Monster Mash 1M, 5K, 10K, 13.1, 26.2 - Now Only $12!
- Date
- October 3–31, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The half marathon is the distance where you find out what you're actually made of. Long enough to demand real preparation. Short enough that it doesn't consume your life to train for it. Most people who run their first half describe it as the race that changed their relationship with what they're capable of. Once you cross this finish line, the bar moves. That's not a warning — that's the point.
Race day energy varies by event size, but the finish line feeling is the same regardless. Big races keep the noise going the whole way. Smaller races give you stretches where it's just you and the miles — and that solitude becomes its own kind of fuel.
The half marathon rewards people who show up for the boring training miles.
How long to train: 10–14 weeks. If you're already running consistently, 10 weeks of structured buildup is enough. If you're building from a casual base, give yourself 14.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 2025 Monster Mash 1M, 5K, 10K, 13.1, 26.2 - Now Only $12!?
- 2025 Monster Mash 1M, 5K, 10K, 13.1, 26.2 - Now Only $12! is a running race held in Mcdonough, Georgia on October 3, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 2025 Monster Mash 1M, 5K, 10K, 13.1, 26.2 - Now Only $12!?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Mcdonough, Georgia at Participate from Home, Mcdonough, GA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 2025 Monster Mash 1M, 5K, 10K, 13.1, 26.2 - Now Only $12!?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
2025 Monster Mash 1M, 5K, 10K, 13.1, 26.2 - Now Only $12!
Oct 3, 2026