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Sunday, October 25th, 2026
21503 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach CA
5K
58–76°F · low rain risk
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2025
59–70°F
dry
2024
54–72°F
dry
2023
62–72°F
dry
2022
51–73°F
dry
2021
54–65°F
rain
2020
64–68°F
dry
2019
67–93°F
dry
2018
62–74°F
dry
2017
72–92°F
dry
2016
61–72°F
dry
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About this race
Hop, Skip & Splash 5K Fun Run/Walk
Making Waves for Water Safety in Orange County
Join us on Sunday, October 25, 2026, for the 4th annual Hop, Skip & Splash 5K — a fun, family-friendly beachside fundraiser benefiting swim lessons and water safety education for children throughout Orange County and beyond.
Last year we welcomed 200 participants and raised $30,000 to expand access for local families!
Your $50 registration covers swim lessons for one child. This is the average cost of 4-8 classes at a local city or county pool. Whether you run, walk, or skip across the finish line, your participation helps save lives by supporting families who lack access to these life-saving resources!
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Race Details
- Location: Beach parking lot at PCH and Huntington Street
- Check-in: Opens at 8:00am (Free coffee provided!)
- Race starts: 9:00am
- Course: Scenic coastal course with ocean views
What to Expect
- Event T-shirt: Included with registration
- Registration deadline: Register by October 4 to guarantee your T-Shirt size
- Course: Stroller-friendly
- Pets: Dogs welcome on the boardwalk (not on the sand)
Post Race Activities
- Free pancake breakfast from Huntington Beach Firefighters
- Live music from Crew-52, our local HB Lifeguard Band
- Fun activities for kids
- Raffles and Vendor Village
- Meet real Olympians!
Team Registration
Get $10 off when you grab your friends, family, and/or coworkers - it's more fun together!
- Teams: Include 2 or more participants
- Registration: Create or join a team during registration
- Reimbursement: The first team member to register will be reimbursed once another member joins
- Ideal for: Schools, businesses, and community groups!
Virtual Runners
Can't make it in person? You can still be part of the impact!
- Location: Complete your 5k wherever you are
- T-shirt: Optional event T-shirt with shipping available
- Participation: Run, walk, or skip on your own time while supporting water safety!
- Social media: Take a photo and tag us on Instagram @:hopskipsplash5k
Parking Information
- Access: Enter via PCH and Beach Blvd
- Parking: Available on-site in the city lot next to the event ($10-$15)
Sponsorship Opportunities Available
Interested in supporting the event or promoting your organization? Email info@:jasperray.org for details.
This event is proudly presented by the Jasper Ray Foundation in partnership with the Orange County Drowning Prevention Coalition.
Together, we’re working to ensure every child in Orange County and beyond has access to life-saving swim lessons and water safety education.
Contact Us
Questions? Contact us at info@:jasperray.org
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