The Run
Halloween Challenge
It’s time to blow off the cobwebs this October, by taking on the Great Run Solo Halloween Challenge – if you dare!
Great Run Solo Halloween Challenge
The challenge is simple, complete 12 runs or walks (of any distance) during October, and you’ll earn a spooktacular Halloween-themed medal, which doubles as a coaster, so that you can celebrate your success all year long.
Plus, you’ll receive a bespoke digital certificate to mark your miles and give you some serious bragging rights.
If you’re joining us at a 2025 Great Run event, then this is the perfect tool to kickstart your training and ensure you’re race-day-ready.
Entering costs just £15*, which includes access to our cracking tracking tool, a majestic medal, and a digital certificate for finishers. All entrants will also receive access to our exclusive Great Run Rewards with Endurance Zone, giving you fantastic offers and deals from some of the biggest sports brands in the industry.
Spooky season is here – dare to take on the challenge? Sign up today and conquer the Great Run Solo Halloween Challenge… if you dare!
(Additional booking fee of £3.50 for overseas participants to cover the cost of shipping)
What makes it great?
Bespoke finisher medal which doubles up as a coaster
Log your runs with our online tracking tool
Run anytime, any place
Personalised digital certificate
Distance challenge award
Access to training plans and support
Exclusive access to our Great Run Rewards
COMPLETE 12 RUNS THIS OCTOBER
Your runs can be of any distance as take on your running challenge this October. Just make sure you do at least 12 runs (or walks) by the end of the month to smash this Halloween challenge. You’ll receive your very own sizzling summer medal as a lasting memento of all the miles you’ve covered. Arriving in November, you can display it with pride.
(OPTIONAL) DISTANCE AWARD
Fancy an extra challenge? We have three optional distances for you to aim for. Depending how far you travel over your 12 (or more) runs/walks, we’ll award you a special digital finisher’s certificate to download and share.
From 1st October, you can log your runs with our online tracker, or use your own tracking app or device to record your activity if you prefer. Once you’ve completed all your runs and reached your target distance, submit your results and we’ll have your digital finisher’s certificate ready.
Great Run Solo Seasonal Challenges
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Spring Challenge
Summer Challenge
Christmas Challenge
Solo Challenge Reminder
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The Challenge
Halloween Challenge
How it works
(and before entries close on Tuesday 7 October)
the challenge (optional)
Challenge FAQ
If you have questions about the Halloween Run Solo challenge, see our FAQ section.
The Reward
Halloween Challenge
You’ll receive your very own spooktacular Halloween-themed medal, which doubles up as a fabulous coaster, as a lasting memento of all the miles you’ve covered.
Halloween Medal
Complete the challenge by 31 October and we’ll send you a unique finisher’s medal to celebrate your achievement.
Each challenge comes with its own uniquely designed medal – but there’s more! These aren’t just medals, they double up as coasters, and when you complete all four challenges, they connect to form a stunning set.
Your entry fee also includes access to our online tracking tool – live here on the challenge page from 1 October – as well as access to Great Run Rewards, and support throughout the challenge.
Digital finisher certificates are available to download (and share!) when you submit your results and are available to download until the results submission deadline on Friday 7 November.
Note for international runners: there is an additional £3.50 charge to cover medal postage.
