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Spooky Sprint - Ann Arbor

Spooky Sprint - Ann Arbor is a running race on October 24, 2026 in Ypsilanti, MI, with entry fees from $17 to $64.

Date
October 24, 2026 (93 days to go)
Location
Rolling Hills Water Park, Ypsilanti, MI
Price
$17–$64
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

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!
  • Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!
*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!
  • Half Marathon registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
  • 10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
  • 5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
  • 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!
  • The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)
 *Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
**Please note a $10 parking fee is required to enter the park, unless you have an RSU Annual Pass**

Events

Kids Dash$17
Volunteer then Run$17
1 Mile$22
5K$30
10K$30
Half Marathon$64
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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

58°

Typical Low

37°

Chance of Rain

43%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Ann Arbor Se, 3 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:57 AMSunset 6:38 PMDaylight 10h 41m

Host City

About Ypsilanti, MI

Population

19,937

as of 2023

City Elevation

690 ft

Nearest Airport

DTW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 13 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.

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Race
Spooky Sprint - Ann Arbor
Date
October 24, 2026
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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.

With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.

Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Spooky Sprint - Ann Arbor?+
Spooky Sprint - Ann Arbor is a running race held in Ypsilanti, Michigan on October 24, 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 Spooky Sprint - Ann Arbor?+
Saturday, October 24, 2026 in Ypsilanti, Michigan at Rolling Hills Water Park. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Spooky Sprint - Ann Arbor?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Spooky Sprint - Ann Arbor

Oct 24, 2026

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