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Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Colonial Heights, VA (43)

The city you want to run becomes your next trip.

USOct 24, 202642.195km · 21.1km · 10km +1 more events
Race date in 5 days
Oct 24, 2026 Sat
City · Distance
Colonial Heights · 42.195km · 21.1km · 10km +1 more events
Entry fee
$90Varies by event and entry period
Status
OpenTBD ~ Sat, October 24, 2026See how to enter ↗
Why you dream of this race

THE DREAM

About Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Colonial Heights, VA (43) — what makes it special

ABOUT THE RACE

A day you'll remember,
long past the finish line.

Organized by US Road Running.

It aims for a relaxed, no-pressure atmosphere and welcomes both runners and walkers.

The road to your own record

Picture the course in advance
and find the pace that fits you.

When the city cheers

Streets lined with cheers, runners all around.
You'll be part of that scene.

The trip that follows the run

Take it slow with the finish still in you,
and meet the city all over again.

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The way in that fits you

YOUR ENTRY

How to enter Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Colonial Heights, VA (43) — registration routes

How to reach the start line —
start with what fits you.

Here are the ways to enter and what each requires.
Check the organizer's page for whether entries are open.

Registration platform RunSignup

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From the start line to the finish

RACE WEEK

Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Colonial Heights, VA (43) course map and elevation

Your 42.195km

Know the course and time limit, and race day comes into focus.

Runners start · local timeFrom 08:00
EventStart
Marathon42.195km08:00
Half21.0975km08:00
10K10km08:00
5K5km08:00
City center · not the start line

We have not confirmed the start line coordinates yet. The map shows the host city.

START

Appomattox River Greenway Roslyn Landing, Colonial Heights, VA

Events are 5K, 10K, 13.1M, 26.2M.

The start is at Greenway Roslyn Landing Access, Colonial Heights, VA at 8 a.m. local time.

Typical race-season temperature: around 15°C (60°F)
Short sleeves or light long sleeves + arm warmers

Participant benefits

Water stations

Finisher medal

Where and when to collect your Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Colonial Heights, VA (43) race bib

To the start line,
step by step.

Pick up your bib, check your wave.
So on race morning, you can just run.

From the 2025 edition

Pick up your bib at the expo

Like finisher medal Madness, this is a recurring series in the Haunted Series.
Following the series’ usual practice, bib is distributed on-site from 30 minutes to 10 minutes before the start, and there is no race-day registration.

Stations & transport near the venue

  • Getting to the startNone confirmed
  • Transit cardNo dedicated transit card system with practical relevance; Colonial Heights, VA (near Richmond) is not…

Source · checked Aug 24, 2026

More details

Getting to the start

None confirmed

Start is at the Appomattox River Greenway, Roslyn Landing Access, Colonial Heights, VA 23834. Same PAT service area as the Medal Madness race at this venue; no confirmed stop at Roslyn Landing specifically. This is a small, locally-organized event; the race page notes EMS is not stationed on site and water stations are limited, underscoring it's a minimal-infrastructure venue best reached by car.

Getting to the finish

None confirmed

Multi-lap course; finish at same greenway access point.

Transit card

No dedicated transit card system with practical relevance; Colonial Heights, VA (near Richmond) is not served by Richmond's GRTC bus network. This is a car-access venue, cash/card accepted for any parking fees.

READY TO RUN

From race morning to after the finish.

Your start time, fuel and bag drop.
Know them ahead and the run feels easier.

In October, Colonial Heights averages 15°C — a good temperature for chasing a time.

Your body temperature drops quickly while waiting at the start, so wear a throwaway outer layer and remove it just before the gun.

Public transit does not reach the venue.

A private car or rental car is the only practical option.

Registration is handled through the RunSignup platform.

In full marathon, the real race begins after 30 km.

It is better to pass halfway 5–10 seconds slower than your target pace to help you maintain your pace later,

and start taking gels early, before you feel hungry.

The start is at 08:00. Registration is open through October 24, 2026.

Times are local to Colonial Heights. Check the latest official information before the race.

A trip built around the race

STAY A LITTLE

MAKE IT A RUNTRIP

The race is one day,
the trip can be longer.

From a hotel that makes race morning easy,
to the meals and views you'll enjoy with the medal on.

Towneplace Suites By Marriott Richmond Colonial Heights

Hotel · 2.3km

8.7/10(182)
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Towneplace Suites By Marriott Richmond Colonial Heights

Hotel · 2.3km

8.7/10(182)
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What to see in Colonial Heights after the race

Seeing Colonial Heights with the medal on

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The city you ran — this time, a little slower.

Total cost and budget for Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Colonial Heights, VA (43)

TRAVEL ESSENTIALS

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light and in one place.

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Runner stories and questions about Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Colonial Heights, VA (43)

RUN TOGETHER

With runners who dream of
the same start line.

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Colonial Heights runners' room

Frequently asked questions about Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Colonial Heights, VA (43)

FAQ
When does Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Colonial Heights, VA (43) 2026 take place?

It takes place on Sat, October 24, 2026 in Colonial Heights, VA, United States.

How much is the Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Colonial Heights, VA (43) 2026 entry fee?

The main event costs $90.

What distances does Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Colonial Heights, VA (43) 2026 offer?

Marathon · Half · 10K · 5K.

What time does Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Colonial Heights, VA (43) 2026 start?

The race starts at 08:00.

Where does Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Colonial Heights, VA (43) 2026 start?

Appomattox River Greenway Roslyn Landing, Colonial Heights, VA.

What is the Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Colonial Heights, VA (43) 2026 course like?

Events are 5K, 10K, 13.1M, 26.2M.

The start is at Greenway Roslyn Landing Access, Colonial Heights, VA at 8 a.m. local time.

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