Spooky Springs Dash puts a 5K and a children’s mile on Halloween morning

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Halloween morning can start with movement before the evening’s celebrations. Saratoga Springs’ Spooky Springs Dash is scheduled for October 31 at the Radio Controlled Airplane City Park, with a 5K at 9 a.m. and a one-mile children’s run at 9:45 a.m.

The city lists the venue at 9999 Saratoga Road. The 5K welcomes all ages, while the children’s mile is for ages twelve and younger. Open registration runs through October 29, with advertised advance fees of $32 resident or $37 nonresident for the 5K and $15 or $18 for the children’s run.

The October 12 deadline to guarantee a shirt and medal has already passed. Check current registration availability, later fees and pickup instructions before paying. The city allows costumes without masks and lists costume contests, so choose something that permits comfortable movement and a clear view rather than relying on elaborate accessories.

Plan enough time for arrival and the appropriate check-in window. A family with runners in both events will need to think through supervision and the gap between starts. Whether aiming for a time or simply taking part, choose a realistic effort and let the seasonal theme add fun to a well-prepared morning.

Sources and visit details

• City of Saratoga Springs: 2026 Spooky Springs Dash registration, starts, fees and guarantee deadline