In 55 days · Sat, Oct 31, 2026
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When
Saturday, October 31st, 2026
Where
Idaho Springs Cemetery, Idaho Springs CO
Distances
5K · 1 Mile
Typical weather
20–43°F · low rain risk
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2025
24–43°F
dry
2024
20–45°F
dry
2023
4–35°F
dry
2022
13–40°F
dry
2021
24–38°F
dry
2020
13–41°F
dry
2019
5–37°F
dry
2018
6–25°F
rain
2017
20–40°F
dry
2016
36–56°F
dry
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About this race
Event Details
- Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026
- Time: 10 AM – 12 PM
- Location: Idaho Springs Cemetery, Idaho Springs, Colorado
Race Overview
- Event: Zombie Fun Run – 5K & 1 Mile
- Experience: Creep, crawl, run, and shuffle through the graveyard!
- Options: Choose between a 1-mile course or a 5K.
- Extras: Enjoy candy, spooky surprises, and zombie encounters along the way.
Costume Guidelines
- Encouragement: Costumes are highly encouraged!
- Types: Zombies, fairies, hot dogs, aliens, bananas – all costumes welcome!
- Creativity: Dress in whatever makes you feel comfortable and festive.
Awards & Prizes
- Categories: Best Costumes
- Categories: Top race finishers
- Fun: Expect spooky surprises throughout the event!
Bring Your Best Four-Legged Zombie
- Pets: Leashed, friendly dogs are welcome!
- Costumes: Encourage costumes for our four-legged participants!
- Bonus: Matching human-and-dog costumes get bonus applause.
Post-Race Celebration
- Location: Join us at Citizens Park.
- Celebrate: Enjoy a Halloween celebration with the community.
- Final Note: Dress to impress and bring your friends!
Register Today!
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Hotels for race weekend
Live prices near the start line, Oct 30 – Nov 1, 2026.
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