17851 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach CA
Saturday, October 24th, 2026
🎃 SoCal’s Sunset Trick or Trot 5K/10K
📅 Date & Time
- Date: Saturday, October 24th, 2026
- Time: 5:00 PM (NOTE TIME. INTO the SUNSET)
- Location: Bolsa Chica State Beach – Lot 25
- Event Feature: TRUNK-or-TREAT EXPO that begins at 3 PM
⏳ A Spooky New Twist on a Fall Favorite!
Formerly known as the FIT FALL Halloween Harvest 5K/10K, our traditional morning run is now even more magical as an evening event! 🌙
Get ready to run (or trot!) into the sunset with beach views, Halloween fun, and festive activities for the whole family. Introducing the SoCal’s Sunset Trick or Trot 5K/10K—a coastal celebration where fitness meets fall!
🎉 What to Expect:
- 5K & 10K: Sunset Run
- Trunk-or-Treat: Expo
- Selfie Stations: Games & Giveaways
- Medals: Custom Reversible Finisher Medal
🕒 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
🏅 Registration Details:
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.
🚗 Trunk-or-Treat Expo:
Want to be part of the Halloween magic? Decorate your trunk and hand out goodies!
Trunkers will receive 1 free race entry for a Caren Ware Event Race!
📧 Questions:
Email carenfasttrack@:aol.com cc: info@:kourseevents.com
🏆 Registration Includes:
- Timing: RFID Chip Timing by Itz About Time
- Shirt: Fall-Themed Custom Shirt
- Medal: Unique Reversible Finisher Medal
- Bag: Trick-or-Treat Bag
🥇 Awards & Divisions:
- Top 3: in each 5-year age division (ages 1–80+)
- Overall: Top 3 Male & Female Finishers
- Costumes: Best Halloween Costume & Best Uniform-Themed Costume
- Special Awards: Oldest & Youngest Finishers
🐾 Pet & Stroller Friendly:
- Pets: Leashed pets welcome (max 5 ft leash)
- Strollers: Allowed — please start near the back
- Medals: Only registered participants with a bib receive medals.
🌊 The Course:
- Type: Flat, fast, paved, and scenic
- View: Ocean views all the way!
- Start/Finish: in Lot 25 – Bolsa Chica State Beach
🚙 Parking Options:
Park in Sunset Beach and walk in OR enter via Bolsa Chica State Beach Main Gate ($15 Entrance Fee)
🎖️ Part of the Winter Series!
Complete 3 of the following Caren Ware Events to earn a 4th medal—FREE!
- Sunset Trick or Trot
- Thanksgiving Day Races
- Santa Claus with a Cause
- Run in the New Year
Because we LOVE FITTING it all together!
🌦️ Rain or Shine – We Run!
Ready to trot into fall? Register today and bring your spooky spirit, running shoes, and Halloween flair!
For more information, visit the race page: SoCal’s Sunset Trick or Trot 5K/10K
