Try to outrun zombies in these Halloween races around the US

Throw on a costume and meet at the starting line.

Everybody knows zombies are shambling creatures with body parts falling off. But do you know if you can outrun them? As the days grow shorter and the nights long, runners around the country are dressing up in costumes and trying their luck in Halloween races that feature monsters, zombies, and other scary creatures.

Whether you are a marathon runner, a 5K jogger, or just want to walk a course in your best costume, there’s an event for you. At zombie runs and Halloween races, dressing up is a big part of the entertainment. Many of these events even feature costume contests. Explore these eight spooky running events happening throughout the U.S. this fall, and get some ideas for fun costumes.

A runner with their back facing the camera as they run through a street lined with red-leafed trees.