In 52 days · Sun, Oct 18, 2026
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When
Sunday, October 18th, 2026
Where
500 Sea World Dr., San Diego CA
Distance
5K
Typical weather
59–75°F · low rain risk
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2025
57–82°F
dry
2024
59–71°F
dry
2023
59–76°F
dry
2022
60–81°F
dry
2021
55–66°F
dry
2020
62–79°F
dry
2019
59–71°F
dry
2018
54–77°F
dry
2017
64–77°F
dry
2016
60–72°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
- Date: October 18, 2026
- Location: 500 Sea World Dr., San Diego, CA
- Event: 3rd Annual Howl-O-Sprint 5K
- Registration: Sign up here!
Race Description
- Course: A thrilling 3.1-mile journey through the grounds of SeaWorld San Diego.
- Experience: Look out for Halloween surprises, themed photo moments, and spooky characters!
- Events: Part of SeaWorld's Howl-O-Scream and Halloween Spooktacular celebrations.
- Participants: Welcome runners, walkers, and families.
Additional Activities
- Kids Fun Run: A special event for children to join in on the fun.
- Included: Official race shirt, race bib with timing chip, unique finisher medal.
- Awards: Eligible for awards based on performance.
- Costumes: Halloween costumes are encouraged (masks are not permitted).
Join Us!
- Experience: Enjoy a frightfully fun time at SeaWorld.
- Community: Connect with fellow runners and Halloween enthusiasts.
- Fun: Create unforgettable memories with friends and family.
- Be Spooky: Come dressed in your spookiest or silliest attire!
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