The Running Dead 5K Fun Run

🧟‍♂️ Event Overview

• Event: Running Dead 5K Fun Run
• Date: Sunday, October 19, 2025
• Location: Civic Center/ City Hall | 34009 Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City, CA
• Check-In: 8 am | Race Begins: 9 am

🏃‍♀️ About the Event

They’re back! The Zombies are hungry and out for your flags! Join us this October as we run and dodge our way to the finish line at the Running Dead 5k Fun Run & Walk. This fun community event is a great way to get friends and family active while also celebrating the Halloween holiday.

• Awards: Medals for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners of each registration category broken down by age group and gender (Youth Ages 12 & Under, Ages 13-17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+).
• Prizes: Awesome prize raffles for participants after finishing the race.
• Special Raffle: For those who survive the Zombie challenge.

👻 Zombie Challenge

All registrants can opt into this challenge by picking up a pair of flags at the main event area. The Union City Youth Commission will be spread out at select locations along the race trail dressed as Zombies, and they will be out to get your flag.

• Objective: Finish the race with at least 1 flag left on your hip.
• Raffle Entry: Those who succeed will be entered into a special raffle for a cool Halloween themed prize.

👕 Race Shirts

A limited amount of race shirts will be available on the day of the race. Make sure to get there on time to purchase.

• Availability: Race shirts are not included in the registration fee.
• Purchase Deadline: Shirts can be purchased as an add-on by September 27, 2024.

☔ Rain or Shine

This race takes place rain or shine, make sure to dress for the weather conditions!

🚶‍♂️ Registration Information

All pre-registrations for the race will be closed on October 18 by 4:30pm, however, we will be taking walk-up registrations on the day of the race starting at 8 am October 19. Please come early! The race will go on rain or shine!

🔗 More Information

For further details, please visit the official race page: Running Dead 5K Fun Run.