halloween race

Live Race Preview: Halloween 5k Fun Run (Burns)

October 18, 2020 // 0 Comments

I don’t know about you, but I have been itching to safely participate in some safe races. I have been able to do one this summer, but it’s not enough! If you life in Central or Eastern Oregon, or are ready to hit the road for a race, [read more...]

Race Recap: The Scary Run 2019

November 11, 2019 // 0 Comments

October is such a great month for running. The weather is beginning to get chilly and crisp. The leaves on the trees are starting to fall, and everyone is gearing up for the holidays. One of my favorite running events of the season happens near the [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Scary Run (Washougal, WA)

October 3, 2019 // 0 Comments

It is that time of year, spooky decorations, Halloween costumes and candy galore! A favorite time of year for many, myself included. This is the perfect time of year to sign up for some spooky holiday themed races. One of my favorite Halloween [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2019 Heroes vs. Villains 5K Fun Run (Salem) – DISCOUNT CODE & FREE ENTRIES!

September 29, 2019 // 1 Comment

“It’s time to decide, are you a hero or a villain?” This run looks like so much fun! The Heroes vs. Villains 5K, hosted by We Run Oregon (no relation to this blog), will be held on Sunday, October 27th! Dress up as your favorite [read more...]

Race Recap: The Scary Run 2018 in Washougal WA

November 8, 2018 // 0 Comments

Why Racing Events puts on some amazing running events, one being the Scary Run. An epic race geared toward Halloween. Participants were encouraged to wear costumes. The mantra for this race is to “get out your Halloween costumes and be [read more...]

Small Race Preview: The Graveyard Dash 3K & 6K (Vernonia)

October 1, 2018 // 1 Comment

Summer racing is over and before we all pick our favorite Turkey Trot and Holiday Hustle, we must begin with a Halloween-themed race! As good as any, the Vernonia Graveyard Dash 3K and 6K supports a great cause! This race is family-friendly event [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2017 Graveyard Dash 3k & 6k (Vernonia)

October 9, 2017 // 0 Comments

For a fun Halloween run that supports a good cause, come out to beautiful Vernonia on October 28th for the Graveyard Dash 3k & 6k. This race, which is a family-friendly event that the whole family can participate in, supports the Vernonia Hands [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2017 Tamale Trot 5K & 10K (Salem)

October 8, 2017 // 2 Comments

For whatever reason, post-run I crave salsa and chips. And I devour them if I get my hands on them! I also love Mexican food in general – tamales and tacos for days! Combine that together for a race?! OMG I’m there! The first ever, [read more...]

Race Preview: 2017 Dia De Los Muertos Night Run (Newport)

October 7, 2017 // 0 Comments

If you are a fan of evening races, check out the 2nd Annual Dia De Los Muertos Night Run in Newport. This 5K is meant to honor loved ones who have passed, as is the tradition of Dia De Los Muertos (Day of the Dead.) At this 5K, you are encouraged to [read more...]

Scary Race Previews: 2017 The Running Dead 5K (Medford) and Day of the Dead Run (Talent)

October 5, 2017 // 0 Comments

Medford’s Running Dead 5K is one of two “dead” themed races in southern Oregon on Satruday, October 21. This 5K is a chase or be chased event, with participants choosing to be either human or zombie. Humans will get a head start on [read more...]

Race Preview: 2017 Scary Run Half/10k/5k by Why Racing Events (Washougal)

October 4, 2017 // 0 Comments

You know what is scary? We are starting to preview races for late-October and early-November! Where did 2017 go? You know what’s not scary, Why Racing Events’ Scary Run Half, 10k, 5k coming to Washougal on Sunday, October 29, 2017. [read more...]

Race Preview: 2017 Run Like Hell 5K, 10K, Half Marathon (Portland)

October 2, 2017 // 0 Comments

October is such a great time of year for races. Halloween is just around the corner, and decorations and costumes are everywhere! This year, why not add Run like Hell to your race calendar and come dressed up for the festive and spookiest run event [read more...]

Race Preview: 2017 Runaway Pumpkin Half Marathon and 8K (Lebanon)

September 30, 2017 // 0 Comments

Now in it’s 7th year, the Runaway Pumpkin Half Marathon and 8K Race continues its tradition to raise money for the ABC House, which is the child abuse intervention center serving Benton and Linn counties. The mission of this organization is to [read more...]

Race Preview: 2016 Zombie Fest Run 2 Survive

October 11, 2016 // 0 Comments

With Halloween rapidly approaching, it’s time to start getting ready for one of the fastest growing and most popular categories of seasonal running events, the zombie runs, in which participants choose whether to be “Survivors” and get a head [read more...]

Small Halloween Races: October 29th, 2016 is bringing out the dead AND the undead!

October 7, 2016 // 0 Comments

On October 29th, two Halloween-themed races are less than 2 hours apart, but a 10am start for one and 4pm for the other. Read on for some info on the Zombie Zoup Run in Sweet Home and the Dia de los Muertos Night Run in [read more...]

Race Preview: 2016 Ashland Monster Dash (& ENTRY GIVEAWAY!)

October 5, 2016 // 0 Comments

If you haven’t been down to experience the wonderful Southern Oregon city of Ashland, here is a great reason to make a trip. The 8th annual Monster Dash Run for Education is coming back to Lithia Park on Saturday, October 29. It is even a [read more...]

Holiday Race Previews: 2016 Day of the Dead (Talent) and Trick or Treat, Monster Feet (Newport)

September 30, 2016 // 0 Comments

Coming on October 22nd are two holiday-themed races in 2 different parts of Oregon. Choose from Southern Oregon or the Oregon Coast for one of these festive [read more...]

Double Race Preview: St. Helens Monster Dash 5k/10k (St Helens) and Scappoose D.O.G Howl-O-Ween 5k (Scappoose)

September 16, 2016 // 0 Comments

Did you know that the town of St Helens celebrates Halloween during the entire month of October? The Spirit of Halloweentown has events scheduled throughout the month, and on Saturday, October 8th, runners take to the street for the annual Monster [read more...]

Race Recap: 2015 Halloweenathon 5K/10K/15K

November 3, 2015 // 0 Comments

It’s been six years since Halloween fell on a Saturday, which means that the Halloweenathon – which made its debut in 2012 – has never taken place before on October 31. What would it be like to run on Halloween? And what was the [read more...]

Race Recap: Uberthons Halloweenathon (Hillsboro, Oregon)

November 5, 2014 // 0 Comments

Yes, yes it is true. I have been on a roll with trying new races outside of my home area (Eugene), and finding that I am having a complete blast!!!!!! The race scene in the Portland metropolitan area if quite impressive. I am grateful for that, as [read more...]

Race Preview: The Monster Dash in Ashland on October 25

October 14, 2014 // 0 Comments

The Monster Dash is in its 6th year and keeps growing. This is an event you can get the whole family involved in. Put on by Yogurt Hut, Ashland Schools Foundation, and the Ashland Kiwanis is a fun Halloween themed run. Offering up a 10k, 5k, and 1 [read more...]

Preview: 2014 Runaway Pumpkin – A Fall race you must experience at least once (Lebanon)

August 22, 2014 // 1 Comment

Looking for a fantastic Fall race that never fails to deliver? Then look no further and check out the Runaway Pumpkin Half Marathon in [read more...]

Preview: 2014 Run Like Hell – Just around the corner with big changes this year!

August 19, 2014 // 1 Comment

Last year left a few disgruntled runners at the 2013 Run Like Hell (RLH). But this year is going to be [read more...]