Spooky Sprint- Lincoln 2026 — Ashland, NE

Date
October 18, 2026
Location
Ashland, NE
Venue
Mahoney State Park
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$17.00 – $72.00
Events
Kids Dash, 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Volunteer then Run
Includes
T-Shirt
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The Spooky Sprint in Lincoln, Nebraska starts at 8:00 AM on October 18, 2026, giving traveling runners time to settle in the night before. The event offers four distance options: 1 mile, 50 miles, 6.2 miles, and half marathon, accommodating everyone from casual runners to ultrarunners. Entry fees range from $17 to $72 depending on distance and registration date. If you can't make it to Lincoln, the race provides a virtual participation option, letting you complete your chosen distance on your own schedule. The specific venue details are still being finalized, so check the race website closer to the event for location and course information.

From the Race Organizer
Join us for the annual Spooky Sprint 5k/10k & Half Marathon! A fun, Halloween-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes - Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Free photos Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line Plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one! Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag! *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17! Half Marathon r egistration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, awesome finisher medal! 10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and awesome finisher medal! 5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!) *Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!

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Race Travel Insurance

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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Ashland, NE. A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing. Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it, and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run 5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no additional coverage needed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Spooky Sprint- Lincoln 2026 — Ashland, NE?

Spooky Sprint- Lincoln 2026 — Ashland, NE takes place on October 18, 2026. The race is held in Ashland, Nebraska.

Where is Spooky Sprint- Lincoln 2026 — Ashland, NE held?

Spooky Sprint- Lincoln 2026 — Ashland, NE is held at Mahoney State Park in Ashland, Nebraska.

Where can I find hotels near Spooky Sprint- Lincoln 2026 — Ashland, NE?

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