Name: 2026 Southern Utah Halloween Half Marathon & 5K
Start: 2026-10-24
End: 2026-10-24

Boat and fish on beautiful blue Sand Hollow Reservoir, explore and ride the dunes of Sand Mountain on an off-highway vehicle, then RV or tent camp in one of two developed campgrounds. Anglers fish for bass, bluegill, and crappie.

Sand Hollow State Park

Boasting some of the warmest waters in the state and a mild winter climate, Quail Creek Reservoir lures boaters and anglers year-round. Anglers fish for rainbow trout and bass. Spend a day on the water or visit a nearby state or national park, then retire to a campsite in a spectacular red rock desert setting.

Quail Creek State Park

Visit Salt Lake

Salt Lake is the place where the Wasatch mountain peaks frame city streets. Sure, Salt Lake's famed for our winter powder ([four legendary ski resorts](https://www.visitsaltlake.com/things-to-do/skiing-snowboarding/) just 30 minutes from downtown), but that's just one season's story. Summer brings families [hiking through wildflower meadows](https://www.visitsaltlake.com/things-to-do/outdoor-recreation/) before cooling off at a Jazz game or the Gateway fountains. Autumn paints our mountain canyons in gold, perfect for morning strolls that end at local coffee shops. Spring? That's when you might spot baby bison on Antelope Island before heading to the Eccles Theater for a Broadway show. Our soaring Wasatch Mountains rise dramatically from downtown Salt Lake, creating a place where every day offers both natural wonders and urban energy. And while we sit perfectly between the [national parks](https://www.visitsaltlake.com/things-to-do/outdoor-recreation/state-national-parks/) with Yellowstone's geysers and Utah's red rock country, the real magic happens right here, where everyone can [discover the history](https://www.visitsaltlake.com/plan-your-visit/about-salt-lake/) of the city as they find their own rhythm between mountain adventure and city life.

Sports Salt Lake

Ready to show off your best Halloween costume while taking on a fun and unforgettable race? Join us for a Halloween-themed race where costumes, candy, and miles come together for the ultimate fall adventure!  
  
Choose your challenge:Solo Half Marathon – Take on the full 13.1 miles yourself!Half Marathon Relay – Grab a friend or team up and split the miles.5K – A shorter distance with just as much Halloween fun!  
  
And it wouldn’t be a Halloween race without CANDY! Along the course, you’ll find aid stations stocked with candy to keep you fueled and make every mile a little sweeter.  
  
Whether you’re chasing a PR, running with friends, or just looking for a fun way to celebrate Halloween, come dressed in your best costume and get ready to run, laugh, and make some unforgettable memories!  
  
Costumes encouraged. Candy guaranteed. Fun is waiting at the finish line!This calendar listing is brought to you by NowPlayingUtah.com, Utah's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Utah Cultural Alliance.

2026 Southern Utah Halloween Half Marathon & 5K

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