The Haunted Sacramento 5K returns to East Sacramento's Fab 40's neighborhood in California on October 31st, alongside a new addition, the Haunted Sacramento 10K. Both races wind through the historic and meticulously decorated streets of this beloved area, offering runners an immersive Halloween experience complete with themed checkpoints. Runners can expect early morning temperatures around 19 degrees Celsius, typical for late October in California, as they navigate their way from one checkpoint to another along Rodeo Way. The course is lined with creative displays and costumed characters that bring the neighborhood's spirit of fun and community engagement alive. Participants will encounter a variety of checkpoints designed to test knowledge about each area’s unique Halloween decorations. Since its inception in 2017, the Haunted Sacramento events have become a local tradition for residents and visitors alike who enjoy an eerie yet festive atmosphere during the fall season. The races attract around 500 participants annually, many of whom return year after year to relive their favorite moments from past years while supporting community charities through entry fees. The course itself takes runners on a journey that highlights East Sacramento’s unique charm and history. For those tackling the shorter distance, there are approximately twenty checkpoints along the way; for the 10K route, participants will encounter nearly twice as many stops to explore. The terrain is generally flat with firm but slightly soft trails underfoot, making it accessible yet engaging. On race morning, expect temperatures between twelve and twenty-six degrees Celsius, typical conditions that feel like nineteen degrees when accounting for wind chill factors. Humidity levels hover around fifty-eight percent while the risk of light rainfall remains at one point two millimeters per hour. These mild autumnal weather patterns will make for comfortable running conditions despite some potential precipitation.
The Haunted Sacramento 5K and 10K events offer a variety of options: adults can sign up for either distance, with fees set at twenty dollars for the five-kilometer race and twenty-five dollars for the ten kilometers. Students or youth participants receive discounted rates of ten dollars for the shorter route and twelve dollars for the longer one. Registration is available online via [https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=135346](https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=135346). Early registration ends on September 29th, with a final deadline of October 27th. Bib pickup will be held from noon to six PM at the Sacramento Convention Center located at 100 W Capitol Ave. The start line for both races is situated at Rodeo Way in East Sacramento's Fab 40’s neighborhood. Runners should bring their race bib and a valid ID if under eighteen years old, along with appropriate clothing suitable for light rain or cooler temperatures depending on early morning conditions. The Haunted Sacramento 5K and 10K events in East Sacramento provide an engaging and immersive experience for runners looking to explore the decorated neighborhoods while supporting local community initiatives. With its unique checkpoints spread throughout the historic area, this race offers a genuinely memorable run that captures the essence of Halloween festivities in California.
Races Offered
10K
Oct 31, 2026
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$25.00
10K Students, Youth
Oct 31, 2026
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$12.00
5K
Oct 31, 2026
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$20.00
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Oct 31, 2026
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$10.00
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Sacramento.
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12.5° / 26.2°
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10.9° / 24.3°
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Avg sunshine hours
9h 32m
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Avg rainfall
1.2 mm
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Avg wind speed
7.1 km/h (Light breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
Moderate
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Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
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Max UV Index
Moderate (4.0)
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Humidity
58.2%
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Sunrise
07:16
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Sunset
18:26
About Sacramento
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Sacramento is the state capital of California in the United States. It is the regional center for the Greater Sacramento metropolitan area, which dominates much of the surrounding Sacramento Valley and stretches into parts of Gold Country.
