Unfortunately we cannot allow dogs on the course.

Strollers will be allowed, but we ask you start towards the back for safety of you and others as there will be competitive runners towards front.  Everyone is chipped timed so your time will be the same regardless.  

No, you can either run or walk the 5K.  If you plan on walking the entire or part of the race we ask you to start towards the back, allowing the more competitive runners towards front.  Everyone is chipped timed so your time will be the same regardless.  

There will be some parking available at the Firehouse, but there is also plenty of free parking available on nearby streets.

The start and finsih lines are on 7th street between Long Beach Blvd and N Central Ave in Surf City.

Packets can be picked up on Friday 10/23 between 5 and 7pm or on Sunday 10/25 starting at 6:30am.

The Little Monsters Dash will begin after the 5K awards presentation, with the start expected at approximately 9:45 a.m.

Yes, headphones or earbuds are allowed during the race.

Yes, someone else can pickup your packet as long as they bring a copy of your ID, such as photo on their phone, and your QR code.

Yes, there are restrooms available in the firehouse.  There ill not be portapotties along the course

No, there is no gear check station.

Participant Rewards

All participants receive:

• 5K participants: T-shirt (guaranteed for registrations before 10/11, after 10/11 supplies are limited)
• Little Monster Dash participants: Ribbon

Awards

Competitive awards:

• Top 3 male finishers in each age group
• Top 3 female finishers in each age group
• Top 3 non-binary finishers
• 1st Place Male First Responder
• 1st Place Female First Responder

Special awards:

• Best costume awards for Halloween-costumed participants

T-Shirt Registration

Register by Sunday, October 11 to guarantee your preferred T-shirt size. After October 11, T-shirts are available while supplies last, but preferred sizes may no longer be available.