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Halloween run
Mayenne, France
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
10 km
FestiveCity Run+2
Running Theme (Atmosphere, Gastronomy & Experience)
Halloween Race Calendar & Dates 2026-2027
Late-October Halloween runs and night trails featuring glowing pumpkins, atmospheric fog, and spooky course decor. Browse 28 events (5 confirmed dates) and 124 races from 0.5 km to 77 km.
Events285 confirmed dates
Competitions124Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 77 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+2,200 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Spooktacular Raid
Cergy, France
November 3, 2027Date confirmed
5 km
Charity RunFestive+7
Photo: Jonathan Beech · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Val'Oween Trail
Saint-Geoire-en-Valdaine, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
30 km18 km12 km8 km+4
CastlesCharity Run+7
Photo: Daniel Simpson · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
The Monts d'Ain Stride
Port, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
77 km43 km23 km11 km+1
Kids & Youth RacesMountain+4
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The DNF
Andilly, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
7 km12 h6 h3 h+1
Kids & Youth RacesRelay+9
Photo: Jonathan Beech · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningNordic Walking
Trail de la nuit d'halloween
Marchaux, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
18 km10 km4 km
Nature & Off-RoadNight Run+2
Photo: Wilfredor · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Spooky Sprint Houston
Houston, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km1.6 km+1
City RunPublic Park+3
Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Zombie Alert
Nœux-les-Mines, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
10 km90 min20 min
FestiveNight Run+6
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 | Halloween run | Mayenne, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road Running | 10 km |
November 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 3, 2027 | Spooktacular Raid | Cergy, Île-de-France, FR | Road Running | 5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Val'Oween Trail | Saint-Geoire-en-Valdaine, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 30 km18 km12 km8 km |
| Date to be announced | The Monts d'Ain Stride | Port, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 77 km43 km23 km11 km |
| Date to be announced | The DNF | Andilly, Île-de-France, FR | Trail RunningRoad Running | 7 km12 h6 h3 h |
| Date to be announced | Trail de la nuit d'halloween | Marchaux, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, FR | Trail RunningNordic Walking | 18 km10 km4 km |
| Date to be announced | Spooky Sprint Houston | Houston, Texas, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km1.6 km |
| Date to be announced | Zombie Alert | Nœux-les-Mines, Hauts-de-France, FR | Trail Running | 10 km90 min20 min |
| Date to be announced | Trail des Sapins | Lalouvesc, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 46 km21 km12 km7 km |
| Date to be announced | Trail Marchaux | Marchaux, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 18 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Trail'loween | Nouvion-sur-Meuse, Grand Est, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 32 km14.5 km7.2 km |
| Date to be announced | Volvic Halloween Trail | Volvic, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 18 km9 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Late-October Halloween runs and night trails featuring glowing pumpkins, atmospheric fog, and spooky course decor. In the RunningCompass calendar, the Halloween theme currently spans 28 public events and 124 individual competitions, including 5 confirmed editions for 2026-2027. Evening 5K and 10K runs, costume dashes, and dark woodland trails make the most of autumn dusk. Primary disciplines include Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Road Running with race distances from 0.5 km to 77 km.
Fallen autumn leaves and twilight park or forest paths make a headlamp and reflective details worthwhile. Across the catalog, the most demanding courses in this category feature up to +2,200 m of climbing. Leading host destinations include Mayenne, Cergy, Saint-Geoire-en-Valdaine, and Port. Notable events in this category include Halloween run, Spooktacular Raid, and Val'Oween Trail. Every event page includes an interactive course map, elevation telemetry, GPX track downloads, and direct filters for date, distance, and destination.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
What defines Halloween events and how many races are listed in the calendar?
Late-October Halloween runs and night trails featuring glowing pumpkins, atmospheric fog, and spooky course decor. RunningCompass currently lists 28 events with 124 individual competitions under the Halloween theme. A total of 5 events have confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season, alongside additional races with full course profiles for season planning.
What distances and disciplines are typical for Halloween races?
Evening 5K and 10K runs, costume dashes, and dark woodland trails make the most of autumn dusk. The 124 listed competitions span distances from 0.5 km to 77 km, led by Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Road Running. You can narrow the calendar by 5K, 10K, half marathon, marathon, or ultra distance brackets using the search filters.
What terrain, elevation profile, and preparation should I expect for Halloween?
Fallen autumn leaves and twilight park or forest paths make a headlamp and reflective details worthwhile. Races in this theme reach up to +2,200 m of climbing. Each event detail page provides interactive course maps, elevation gain and loss metrics, altitude ranges, and downloadable GPX files to help you plan pacing and gear.
Where do Halloween events take place and how can I filter by region and date?
Leading host destinations include Mayenne, Cergy, Saint-Geoire-en-Valdaine, and Port. Notable events in this category include Halloween run, Spooktacular Raid, and Val'Oween Trail. Using the monthly calendar groups on this page or the linked interactive map explorer, you can filter all 28 events by country, region, month, and distance.