Bolsa Chica State Beach, Huntington Beach CA
Saturday, May 2nd, 2026
Event Overview
Race Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026
Location: Bolsa Chica State Beach, Huntington Beach, CA
Event Link: Cinco De Miles 5K and 5 Mile
Event Highlights
- Fiesta Atmosphere: Live Mariachi, Folclórico dancing, festive food.
- Unique Medals: Huge, custom cast medals with moving parts.
- Tech Shirt: Baby soft tech shirt, fully designed front and back, new design each year.
- Health and Culture: Celebrate Mexican Culture while pursuing health.
Participation Details
Come celebrate by signing up for the 5K, 5 miles, or the 1-mile family fun run. Enjoy meeting people while celebrating culture. Running is universal.
Participant Perks
Every Participant Receives:
- Custom Medals: Cinco de Miles cast medals for all finishers.
- Event Shirts: Cinco de Miles-themed race shirts.
- Age Division Awards: Awards for different age brackets.
- Chip Timing: RFID Chip timing by Itz About Time (itzabouttime.com).
Race Location and Parking
Location: This year at Bolsa Chica State Beach (lot 25).
Parking: Enter the main gate at 17851 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, CA 92649 and turn right to the last lot. Prepare $15 cash or a park pass. Limited free parking options available nearby.
Race Packet Pick-Up
Pick up your race bib and shirt at the following:
- Early Packet Pick-Up: Friday, May 1st. Time and Location TBD.
- Race Day Pick-Up: Available on-site.
Race Day Schedule
- 6:30 am: Registration Opens.
- 7:45 am: Folclórico Performance and Mariachi Music.
- 8:00 am: Start of the 1 Mile fun run.
- 8:30 am: Mass Start of the 5K/5 Mile.
- 9:15 am: Start of 5K Awards Ceremony.
- 9:30 am: Start of 5 Mile Awards Ceremony.
Additonal Information
Bring extra cash for food options including street tacos, agua fresca, fresh fruit, and specialty coffees.
Finisher Medals: Every finisher receives a medal.
Age Division Awards
Division categories are based on 5-year age spans from 1-10 to 80 & over, with awards for overall categories and the youngest and oldest finishers.
Pets and Stroller Guidelines
- Pets: Friendly pets allowed if leashed at all times, accompanied by a participant.
- Strollers: Allowed at participant's own risk, must line up at back of the pack.
The race will take place rain or shine. Restrooms are available in the public buildings at the end of parking lots.
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