Is there on-site registration available?

No, all runners must register online through RunSignup prior to the event.

What is the course layout for the races?

Both distances use an out-and-back format; the 5K requires two laps, and the Half Marathon requires six laps.

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Haunted 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Wilmington, NC (42)

Saturday, October 17, 2026Wilmington, NC5K – Half Marathon

Experience a focused and repetitive race format designed for runners looking to test their endurance and pacing. The event features both 5K and Half Marathon distances, utilizing out-and-back course configurations that require multiple loops. The 5K course consists of two laps, while the Half Marathon challenges participants with six laps of its designated route. This event emphasizes a straightforward racing experience with a generous 3-hour and 30-minute time limit for all participants. Runners can look forward to earning finisher medals and participating in the event's costume contest.