Spooky Sprint Cincinnati

Spooky Sprint Cincinnati is held in Hamilton, Ohio, on October 24, 2026, with the half marathon (13.1 miles), the 10K, the 5K, the one-mile and the Kids Dash all going off at 8 a.m. Entrants get a branded shirt, a custom medal and a bib, and the event runs chip timing with live results, awards, free photos and treats at the finish. A virtual option covers anyone who cannot travel, youth pricing is available, and children can run untimed with or without the optional swag.

Because every distance starts at once, the opening half mile is crowded with runners going five very different paces. Line up by your realistic finish time and let the sprinters clear out rather than chasing them. Newer runners should note that the untimed kids option removes any pressure from the clock. Half marathoners will want roughly 12 weeks of preparation with one long run per week.