Hermes Dead Sprint
- Date
- October 31, 2026
- Distance
- 5K · b.a. Sweetie Candy Company Little Monsters Candy Dash
From the Organizer
Run for your life around the Flats and Whiskey Island in your best Halloween costumes, make it to the finish, and celebrate at the Survival Party inside McCarthy's Downtown! Race events include a 5K and a Little Monsters Candy Dash.
START TIMES
7:30 a.m.- Race Day Registration/Packet Pickup
8:45 a.m.- Little Monster Candy Dash
9:00 a.m.- 5K run (chip-timed)
Post-race party will immediately follow the 5K inside McCarthy's Downtown
Dogs are allowed at the event, but not inside McCarthy's Downtown
TIMING
5K Run (MyLaps Bib-Tag Chip Timed)
Little Monster Candy Dash (Non-Timed)
REGISTRATION
5K Run
Pre-registration thru October 13
$35
October 14 thru Race Day
$40
Little Monster Candy Dash
Ages 8 & Under
$15
EARLY PACKET PICKUP
Thursday, October 29
McCarthy's Downtown
1231 Main Ave.
Cleveland, OH 44113
4:00-6:00pm
WHAT YOU GET
Long-sleeve race t-shirt for all!
Finisher Medal for all!
Commemorative race cup for all! (While supplies last)
One Surfside vodka drink (multiple flavors available!) included by pulling your DRINK tab from your race bib to the bartender (must be 21 or older)!
MyLaps Bib-Tag 5K timing!
Entrance into the post-race party!
Brunch specials and drink specials (must be purchased; not included in entry fee)
Costume Contest (Kids and Adult)!
-Come dressed in your scariest, most funny or coolest costumes! Our secret judges will be on hand to pick their favorite costumes during the event. One adult and one child winner will be announced after the 5K awards ceremony!
Halloween candy for the kids!
Searchable race photos!
WHAT IS THE LITTLE MONSTER CANDY DASH?
Before the 5K race, kids who are 8 years old or younger will line up and make a mad dash for Halloween candy courtesy of b.a. Sweetie candy company! It's a short route around the race site so parents can cheer them all on along the way!
AWARDS (5K ONLY)
Top male and top female finishers overall will receive custom race trophies
The top three (3) male and female in the following age categories will receive custom race pint glasses:
14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & Over
MORE INFORMATION
REFUNDS AND TRANSFERS
Sorry, but all entries are non-refundable. Once we’ve received and processed your entry, you will not receive a refund, you may not give or sell your race number to other people, and entry fees are not transferable to the next year’s race or any other race.
For more information on the race, contact Hermes Sports & Events at 216-623-9933.
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
57°
Typical Low
44°
Chance of Rain
38%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cleveland Burke Ap, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Cleveland, OH
Population
367,523
as of 2023
Elevation
626 ft
Nearest Airport
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 13 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Hermes Dead Sprint, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
145
Days to train
- Race
- Hermes Dead Sprint
- Date
- October 31, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Hermes Dead Sprint?
- Hermes Dead Sprint is a running race held in Cleveland, Ohio on October 31, 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 Hermes Dead Sprint?
- Saturday, October 31, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio at McCarthy's Downtown, Cleveland, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Hermes Dead Sprint?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Hermes Dead Sprint
Oct 31, 2026