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Stafford Halloween Races Start October 24

Saturday, October 24, 2026 · 8:00 AM Eastern Time · Stafford, VA

The Halloween 5K and Monster Mile will take place October 24 in Stafford, with the one-mile kids run starting at 8:00 a.m. and the 5K starting at 8:30 a.m. The event uses the Embrey Mill Park and Jeff Rouse Swim and Sport Center area near 1600 Mine Road. Registration fees increase after October 15, and the race page lists a separate registration deadline for the kids run. Parking is available at Embrey Mill Park. Residents should expect runners, course marshals, and temporary traffic activity along portions of Mine Road and nearby streets.

Location: Embrey Mill Park · 1600 Mine Road, Stafford, VA 22554

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October 2026 Schedule

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October 16, 2026 · 12:00 AM Eastern Time

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October 19, 2026 · 12:00 AM Eastern Time

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October 26, 2026 · 6:30 PM Eastern Time

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This event is scheduled for Saturday, October 24, 2026 · 8:00 AM Eastern Time.

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Stafford, VA. Embrey Mill Park · 1600 Mine Road, Stafford, VA 22554

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