# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Spooky Sprint 5K Run/Walk
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 31 Oct, 2026 at 08:30 am (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Run for a cause. Run with the Y!

Bring your costume and join us for the 17th Annual Spooky Sprint 5K hosted by the Melrose Family YMCA. This family-friendly run/walk begins at the Y and travels through charming downtown Melrose and beautiful Pine Banks. Registration includes post-race refreshments, awards for top runners in every age category, and prizes for best costume. 

Race Details:
Saturday, October 31st, 8:30am race start
Packet pick-up for pre-registered runners: 7:00am
Race day registration: 7:00am

NEW this year! Our "Family Rate" allows 4 participants from the same family household to register together for just $100. This rate is for family members only and perfect for parents, kids, and siblings ready to get active together!

Individual Participant Pricing: $30
***Price increases to $35 after 9/16/26 at 11:59pm EST
***Price increases to $40 after 10/15/26 at 11:59pm EST
***Price increases to $45 on Race Day (10/31/26)
***Register by October 15th to receive a long sleeve t-shirt 
***No refunds available

Where: Melrose Family YMCA, 497 Main Street Melrose, MA 02176
Packet Pick-up: Friday, October 30th, 2:00pm-7:00pm at Melrose Family YMCA, 497 Main Street Melrose, MA 02176

Race Features:
- Chip Timing by Bay State Race Services
- Post race refreshments
- Awards to the top finishers in each age group
- Costume contest
- Register by October 15th to receive a long sleeve t-shirt 

The YMCA of Metro North Road Race Series raises funds for a variety of charitable activities that benefit our community. Participants in our four unique 5K races run or walk to support the YMCA of Metro North Annual Fund and raise money to provide access to YMCA child care, camp, and health and wellness programs to everyone. In 2025 the YMCA of Metro North provided more than $3 million in financial aid providing all children, adults and families with opportunities to develop a healthy spirit, mind and body regardless of income.

For more information, visit: www.ymcametronorth.org/road-races

Thank you to our road race series sponsors: GraVoc Charitable Foundation, North Shore Bank, Demakes Bro., Balance Mental Health Group, United Way
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/melrose/spooky-sprint-5k-run-walk/200029680823817
- **Event Categories**: sports, health-wellness, marathons, nonprofit, contests, kids, mental-health
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 43

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Melrose
- **state**: MA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 497 Main St, Melrose, MA, United States, Massachusetts 02176
- **lat**: 42.45488
- **long**: -71.06479
- **full address**: 497 Main St, Melrose, MA, United States, Massachusetts 02176

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Spooky Sprint 5K Run/Walk being held?
  - **A:** Spooky Sprint 5K Run/Walk takes place on Sat, 31 Oct, 2026 at 08:30 am to Sat, 31 Oct, 2026 at 08:30 am at 497 Main St, Melrose, MA, United States, Massachusetts 02176.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Spooky Sprint 5K Run/Walk?
  - **A:** Spooky Sprint 5K Run/Walk is organized by Melrose Family YMCA.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Spooky Sprint 5K Run/Walk is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Melrose, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Spooky Sprint 5K Run/Walk sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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