Spooky Sprint 5k & 1 Mile - Presented by Muskingum County Family YMCA

Spooky Sprint 5K & 1-Mile Family Fun Walk

Event Details

• Date: October 3, 2026
• Location: Muskingum Family YMCA
• Start Time: 9:30 am for 5K, 9:40 am for 1 Mile walk
• Pick Up: Race day pick up will begin at 8:15 am

Race Description

Get ready for a wicked good time at the Spooky Sprint 5K and 1-Mile Walk! This race is full of tricks, treats, and healthy fun. Dress in your favorite costume and race through our spooktacular course. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking to enjoy a scenic stroll with family/friends on the tree-lined Collegial Woods trail, this Halloween-themed event has something for everyone.

Strollers and leashed pets are welcome for the 1-Mile Walk — the more the scarier.

Event Highlights

• Professionally timed: 5K
• Family-friendly: 1-Mile Walk: kids 10 and under are free with a paid registered adult
• Costume contest: with prizes
• Trick-or-Treat: stations along the route
• Finish line snacks: provided
• Post-race festivities: hay wagon ride, photo wall, cornhole, and more

Awards & Prizes

• Finisher medal: All paid registered participants in the 5K/1-Mile Walk will receive a finisher medal and race t-shirt (Shirt not guaranteed after Sept. 20th.)
• Top Finishers: Top 3 Overall Male & Female Finishers (5K)
• Age Group Winners: (5K)
• Categories: Ages 10 & under, Ages 11–14, Ages 15–19, Ages 20–29, Ages 30–39, Ages 40–49, Ages 50–59, Ages 60-69, Ages 70+

Entry Fees

• 5K: $30.00 (After August 15th - $35.00)
• 1 Mile Walk: $20.00 (After August 15th - $25.00)
• Late Registration: Add $5.00 to your entry
• T-Shirt: All participants registered by September 20th are guaranteed a t-shirt. Extra shirts will be on a first come first served basis.
• Proceeds: Will benefit the Muskingum County Family YMCA

Contact Information

For any questions, please contact Sarah Savage at 740454-4767 Ext 304
Email: [email protected]

Note

If we are unable to safely hold an in-person race for ANY reason including mother nature or pandemics, we will automatically convert all registrations to a non-refundable virtual event as opposed to rescheduling. Updates will be posted on the race website.

More Information

For further details, visit the race page: Spooky Sprint Race Page