SoCal's Sunset Trick or Trot 5k/10K - Halloween Race

🎃 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