October is here, which means cooler temps, costume runs, pumpkin spice everything… and of course, a little spooky season fun! Whether you’re lacing up for a long run, squeezing in some speedwork, or heading out for a fun Halloween-themed 5K, the right playlist can make all the difference.
We’ve rounded up some spook-tacular playlists that will keep your feet moving and your heart racing—in a good way!
🕸️ 1. Haunted HIIT
Perfect for speed sessions or intervals. Fast beats, eerie synths, and adrenaline-pumping tracks will keep you flying through your sprints like you’re being chased by a ghost.
- Disturbia – Rihanna
- Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This) – Eurythmics
- Somebody’s Watching Me – Rockwell
- Heads Will Roll (A-Trak Remix) – Yeah Yeah Yeahs
- Bad Guy – Billie Eilish
- She Wolf – Shakira
- Demons – Imagine Dragons
- Bury a Friend – Billie Eilish
🧛 2. Monster Mash Miles
A mix of upbeat Halloween classics and throwback jams that make running feel more like a costume party. Great for fun runs, group runs, or family jogs.
- Thriller – Michael Jackson
- Ghostbusters – Ray Parker Jr.
- Monster Mash – Bobby “Boris” Pickett
- Time Warp – Rocky Horror Picture Show Cast
- Spooky, Scary Skeletons (Remix) – Andrew Gold / Remix
- Black Magic – Little Mix
- Superstition – Stevie Wonder
- I Put a Spell on You – Bette Midler (Hocus Pocus version)
🦇 3. Dark & Moody Miles
For those long, solo runs when you want to sink into the season. Atmospheric tracks with just the right amount of haunting vibes to keep you in rhythm without rushing your pace.
- Stranger Things Theme – Kyle Dixon & Michael Stein
- This Is Halloween – The Nightmare Before Christmas Cast
- E.T. – Katy Perry ft. Kanye West
- Paint It Black – The Rolling Stones
- Sympathy for the Devil – The Rolling Stones
- Heathens – Twenty One Pilots
- People Are Strange – The Doors
- Seven Nation Army – The White Stripes
🏃♀️ Run Scared… In a Good Way!
This month, embrace the Halloween spirit and let your music push you a little further. Whether you’re chasing a PR or just chasing candy corn miles, a spooky soundtrack makes the run that much more fun.
