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Saturday, October 24th, 2026
17851 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach CA
5K · 10K
58–77°F · low rain risk
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2025
58–75°F
dry
2024
57–76°F
dry
2023
57–72°F
dry
2022
54–76°F
dry
2021
56–68°F
dry
2020
64–70°F
dry
2019
61–95°F
dry
2018
59–73°F
dry
2017
72–102°F
dry
2016
61–74°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Oct 24
Partly cloudy · 69–83°F
Saturday, Oct 24starts near 69°F · 3% chance of rain · wind up to 12 mph
About this race
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. Participation on best decorative trunk competition. Look at our 2025 trunk photos below for inspiration.
Fill out 2026 TRUNK-OR-TREAT FORM.
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
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