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Sat October 24, 2026
Huntington Beach, CA 92648 US

Events

5K Run/Walk

Price: $42.80
incl. $4.80 Fee
Time: 5:00PM PDT 7:00PM PDT
Price increases after August 30, 2026 at 11:59pm PDT
Open to ages 120 and under.

10K Run/Walk

Price: $50.50
incl. $5.50 Fee
Time: 5:00PM PDT 7:00PM PDT
Price increases after August 30, 2026 at 11:59pm PDT
Open to ages 120 and under.

Youth ½ Mile Zombie Run

Price: $28.50
incl. $3.50 Fee
Time: 4:30PM PDT 5:00PM PDT
Price increases after October 24, 2026 at 11:59pm PDT

Pumpkin Dash- 200m

Price: $25.20
incl. $3.20 Fee
Time: 4:40PM PDT 5:00PM PDT
Price increases after October 24, 2026 at 10:00pm PDT

Place

17851 Pacific Coast Hwy
LOT 25- furthest west lot
Huntington Beach, CA US 92648

Description

SoCal's Sunset Trick or Trot 5K/10K

Saturday, October 24th, 2026 | 5:00 PM

Bolsa Chica State Beach – Lot 25

Featuring a Trunk-or-Treat Expo beginning at 3:00 PM

Back for Year 2 as an Evening Tradition! Formerly the morning Fit Fall Halloween Harvest, our sunset run was such a hit last year that we're doing it again. Get ready to run (or trot!) into the sunset with beach views, Halloween fun, and festive activities for the whole family.

What to Expect

  • 5K & 10K Sunset Run
  • Trunk-or-Treat Expo
  • Selfie Stations, Games & Giveaways
  • Custom Reversible Finisher Medal
  • Fall-Themed Event Shirt
  • Costume Contests & Awards
  • Street Tacos, Aguas Frescas, Specialty Coffee, Cookies & More

Packet Pickup

All bibs, shirts, and trick-or-treat bags will be available starting at 3:00 PM at the Trunk-or-Treat Expo. No early-day pickup.

Race Day Schedule

  • 2:00 PM – Trunk-or-Treat Car Setup
  • 3:00 PM – Registration & Packet Pickup Opens
  • 4:30 PM – Kids Races Begin
  • 5:00 PM – Mass Start for 5K & 10K
  • 5:45 PM – 5K Awards Ceremony
  • 6:00 PM – 10K Awards Ceremony

Trunk-or-Treat Expo

Want to be part of the Halloween magic? Decorate your trunk and hand out goodies! Trunkers receive 2 free race entries for a Caren Ware Event Race.

Registration Includes

  • RFID Chip Timing by Itz About Time
  • Fall-Themed Custom Shirt
  • Unique Reversible Finisher Medal
  • Trick-or-Treat Bag
  • Entry into Costume & Team Contests
  • Eligibility for Age Group & Overall Awards

Awards & Divisions

  • Top 3 in each 5-year age division (ages 1–80+)
  • Top 3 Overall Male & Female Finishers
  • Best Halloween Costume
  • Best Uniform-Themed Costume
  • Awards for Oldest & Youngest Finishers

Pet & Stroller Friendly

  • Leashed pets welcome (max 5 ft leash)
  • Strollers allowed — please start near the back

Only registered participants with a bib receive medals.

The Course

  • Flat, fast, paved, and scenic
  • Ocean views all the way
  • Start/Finish: Lot 25 – Bolsa Chica State Beach

Parking Options

  • Paid Parking available at state Beach with its new park and pay system. Limited free parking available in Sunset Beach and walk in

2025 Trunk Or Treat

2025 Custom TSHIRT & Medal

COURSES are out and back on a flat paved path. Start at furthest west ( Lot 25) heading EAST and back.

 

COME OUTDO YOURSELF in FUN Costumes. OR COME as a RUNNER.

 

 

 

 

Finish Line Product Sponsor

Every participant will receive a sample LMNT electrolyte! 

Race Website

Additional race information can be found at https://www.carenwareevents.com/.

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