Halloween 5K and Monster Mile
When is Halloween 5K and Monster Mile?
Halloween 5K and Monster Mile takes place on Saturday, October 24, 2026 in Stafford, VA.
What distances does Halloween 5K and Monster Mile offer?
Halloween 5K and Monster Mile offers 3 events: 1 Mile Kids Run, 5K, 5K Registration for Stafford School Employees Only.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Mile Kids Run | 1.0 mi | $22.00 | Register |
| 5K | 5.0 km | $38.00 | Register |
| 5K Registration for Stafford School Employees Only | 5.0 km | $35.00 | Register |
How much does Halloween 5K and Monster Mile cost?
Registration for Halloween 5K and Monster Mile starts at $20.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Halloween 5K and Monster Mile held?
Halloween 5K and Monster Mile is held in Stafford, VA at 1600 Mine Road.
About Halloween 5K and Monster Mile
It's a Stafford Halloween tradition! Run or walk with us on October 24th in the 11th Annual Halloween 5K and Monster Mile! Costumes are encouraged and prizes are given to the best costumes. All participants will receive a long-sleeve t-shirt and custom finisher's medal as long as you register before the t-shirt deadline on October 10th. The Halloween 5K is the 4th race in the 2026 Stafford Race Series.
This race benefits Project Lifesaver with the Stafford County Sheriff's Office. Project Lifesaver is the premier search and rescue program operated internationally by public safety agencies and is strategically designed for “at risk” individuals who are prone to the life-threatening behavior of wandering. The primary mission of Project Lifesaver is to provide timely response to save lives and reduce potential injury for adults and children with the propensity to wander due to a cognitive condition.
Monster Mile Parents: the path along Mine Road parallels the race course. If you want to run near your child, we ask that you run on the path unless your child is 4 & under.
Strollers are permitted in the 5K, but we ask that stroller participants start towards the back. Dogs are NOT permitted. There is no paper registration for this race - registration is online only.
We do not allow race transfers or refunds, so if you cannot make it to the race due to illness, travel, etc., please send a friend or family member to pick up your race packet.
Awards
5K Awards
Overall: Top 3 Male and Female. $100 for first place, $75 for second place, $50 for third place. Note: Overall award recipients will not be eligible for age group awards.
Age Groups: Top 3 Male and Female. Age Divisions are 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over
The Overall awards will be based on Gun Time.
Age group awards will be based on each runner's individual Chip Time.
1 Mile Awards
Awards will be given to the Top 3 Male and Female in each Age Division. Age Divisions are 6 & Under, 7-9, 10-12.
In the 1 mile all awards will be based on Gun Time.
Parking Information
Parking is available at Embrey Mill Park - 1600 Mine Road, Stafford, VA 22554.
Race Day Schedule
7am - Packet Pick Up Begins
7:50am - All Monster Mile athletes report to the starting area on Mine Road
8am - Start of the Monster Mile
8:25am - All 5K athletes report to the starting area on Mine Road
8:30am - Start of the Halloween 5K
9:15am - 1 Mile Awards Ceremony, Costume Contest Awards, 5K Awards to follow