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The Spooky 5K
The Spooky 5K is a 5K event held in Bryson City, North Carolina. It was last held on October 10, 2026 and is usually run in October; the next date hasn't been announced yet.
- Usually held
- October
- Location
- Bryson City, NC
Race details
- Last held
- October 10, 2026
- Usually held in
- October
- Location
- Bryson City, North Carolina
- Distances
- 5K
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open
About the The Spooky 5K
The 7th Annual Spooky 5K Run/Walk is hosted by Swain County DSS 's non-profit Together We Raise - a non-profit organization that benefits the Elderly and Foster Care Children of Swain County. New for 2026: The Spooky 5k has relocated to downtown Bryson City! The race begins in front of the Swain County Court House and takes you through the downtown, out to Deep Creek, and back!
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The Spooky 5K: common questions
- When is the The Spooky 5K?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in October. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the The Spooky 5K held?
- In Bryson City, North Carolina.
- What distances does the The Spooky 5K offer?
- 5K.
- How do I register for the The Spooky 5K?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the The Spooky 5K?
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open. $35 (from runsignup.com, checked September 22, 2026).
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