2026 Spooktacular 5K & Monster Mile 2026 — Huntsville, AL

Date
October 31, 2026
Location
Huntsville, AL
Venue
101 Church St SW
Start Time
8:00 AM
Sunrise
7:04 AM
Entry Fee
$20.00 – $40.00
Events
Spooktacular 5K, Monster Mile, Spooktacular 5K & Monster Mile
Includes
Unisex Long Sleeve Tee | Unisex Long Sleeve Sweatshirt
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On October 31st, 2026, the Spooktacular 5K & Monster Mile takes place in Huntsville, Alabama, starting at 8:00 AM from 101 Church Street SW. The event offers two running distances: a 1-mile option and a 5K, making it accessible for runners of varying abilities. Entry fees range from $20 to $40 depending on your chosen distance or registration timing. As a Halloween-themed race, this event combines racing with seasonal festivity, giving you a chance to compete while participating in the holiday atmosphere. If you're traveling to Huntsville for this event, you'll want accommodations within easy reach of downtown, where the race begins.

From the Race Organizer
5K Course HAPPY HALLOWEEN! Here are a few race details. PACKET PICK-UP Packet Pick-up will be at Fleet Feet Huntsville Friday from 12-6. Please do your best to try to pick-up at Fleet Feet. Race morning packet pick-up will be available starting at 7:00 a.m. Fleet Feet Huntsville 2722 Carl T. Jones Drive Huntsville, AL 35802 PARKING Parking Garage M will be open starting at 6:30 a.m. Enter from Clinton and Church TOILETS There will be port o johns available next to the parking garage! START TIMES 8:00 a.m. 5K Start (Church Street just North of the Museum of Art) 9:00 a.m. 1 Mile (Church Street) We will start as soon as all the 5K runners are finished. 9:30 a.m. Awards and Costume Contest Winners Announced. Please check in with the judges prior to 9:00 a.m. We will run rain or shine! SPONSORS SWIFT RECOVERY Return to Sport Please support our sponsors! To view the 5K course please click here! Fleet Feet Huntsville & Madison invites you to join runners, walkers, ghosts, and goblins of all ages at the Spooktacular 5K Run and Monster Mile on October 25, 2025 Get crafty and creative and participate in the costume contest or, better yet, compete in costume! The 5K will begin promptly at 8am with the 1 mile at 9:00am. Awards, for both races and all costumes, will follow the 1 Mile (around 9:30am) 5K Registration Fee: July 1st -July 31: $25 September 6- September 31st $30 October 1st - October 24th $35 1 Mile Registration Fee: thru September 31st: $25 October 1st - October 24th $30 Costume Contest Categories Best animal costume Best cartoon costume Best celebrity costume Best princess costume Best rock star costume Best sports costume Best superhero costume Best Group costume Cutest costume Funniest costume Goriest costume Most Halloweeny costume Most original costume Most politically correct Most technologically advanced costume Most traditional costume Scariest costume Ugliest costume Top prize best of show Questions? Please suzanne@fleetfeethuntsville.com

Course & Travel Notes

The Spooktacular 5K & Monster Mile takes place at 620 feet elevation, which should allow for a faster pace compared to higher-altitude races. With sunrise at 7:06 AM on race day and the 8:00 AM start time, you'll have good daylight from the beginning. Redstone Army Air Field (HUA) is the nearest airport, located just 6.6 miles from the venue in Huntsville, Alabama, making for a quick and convenient transfer to the race.

⛰️ 620 ft elevation☀️ Typically 75°F / 55°F · 31% chance of rain✈️ Redstone Army Air Field (HUA) — 6.6 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is 2026 Spooktacular 5K & Monster Mile 2026 — Huntsville, AL?

2026 Spooktacular 5K & Monster Mile 2026 — Huntsville, AL takes place on October 31, 2026. The race is held in Huntsville, Alabama.

Where is 2026 Spooktacular 5K & Monster Mile 2026 — Huntsville, AL held?

2026 Spooktacular 5K & Monster Mile 2026 — Huntsville, AL is held at 101 Church St SW in Huntsville, Alabama.

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