http://halloweenhalfmarathon.com/events/petersburg-va
Costumes are optional, but a fun & memorable time is mandatory! The concept for the Halloween Half Marathon was born in early 2009. We were looking for a unique “hook” to add into a traditional running event. We figured there were plenty of running events out there so we wanted to create a unique experience for the runners. The answer came in
the form of a nudge from the special events team from Miami Beach. They asked us if we would be willing to stage an event in the newly renovated South Pointe Park in October. The light bulb in our heads lit up once the October timeframe came into play…. Even as adults, when the calendar turns the page to October, Halloween comes to mind. The marriage of Halloween, costume themes, and a running event quickly came together! From the outset we decided that each year would feature a different traditional Halloween character. The artwork for the event, the medals, and the shirt would incorporate the Halloween character. To date we have used bats, vampires, skeletons, zombies, and werewolves. Each Halloween themed medal has become a collectible. Our fans and runners eagerly await the medal design each year. Our team relishes the design period of the medal. Our collective creative juices get flowing immediately following the event as we begin planning for the design of the following year’s medal! Halloween and Running is a match made in heaven! Costumes are optional, but a fun & memorable time is mandatory! We cannot guarantee that you will achieve your personal best time, but we will ensure that you have a good time! All finishers receive a signature Halloween themed medal. Our event is known for us its top notch medals! The Petersburg Halloween Half Marathon & 5K is an event that you do not want to miss! Runners and walkers of all abilities are welcome to join us. What makes this event unique?! It all starts with the city of Petersburg, Virginia, conveniently located just to the south of Richmond, and easily accessible by car or plane. The downtown area features buildings and architecture dating back to the Civil War era. The Start & Finish for both the Halloween Half Marathon & 5K will take place in the old towne area, offering a scenic backdrop for the event. Come run dressed in your favorite costume or come dressed in your normal running gear, you are guaranteed to have a great time. With a different course then our Petersburg Half Marathon which takes place every April, this course will include the Old Towne Petersburg area and will route runners in the area of the Petersburg Sports Complex then back to the old towne via a different route so no boring "out and back". All finishers in both the Half Marathon & 5K will receive a signature medal to commemorate your accomplishment and the event and an awesome shirt! Start Times:
Half Marathon: 7:00am
5K: 7:15am
Start & Finish line
Union Station
103 River St
Petersburg, VA
FREE PARKING! We will also have age group awards for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place and overall top 3 Female & Male. PACKET PICK UP
October 22nd 2015
Luck Foot Willow lawn location 12 NOON - 7:00PM
October 23nd 2015
TBA
October 23nd 2015
RACE DAY 5:00AM-6:30AM
** If someone is going to pick up the packet on your behalf, that person will need a photocopy of your ID!
