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

🎃 SoCal’s Sunset Trick or Trot 5K/10K

📅 Saturday, October 24th, 2026 | 🕔 5:00 PM (NOTE TIME. INTO the SUNSET

📍 Bolsa Chica State Beach – Lot 25🌅 Featuring a TRUNK-or-TREAT EXPO that begins at 3pm

🕯️ 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🏅 Custom Reversible Finisher Medal👕 Fall-Themed Event Shirt🧛 Costume Contests & Awards🧃 Street Tacos, Aguas Frescas, Specialty Coffee, Cookies & More! 🕒 Race Day Schedule:2:00 PM – Trunk-or-Treat Car Setup3:00 PM – Registration & Packet Pickup Opens4:30 PM – Kids Races Begin5:00 PM – Mass Start for 5K & 10K5:45 PM – 5K Awards Ceremony6:00 PM – 10K Awards Ceremony

🎟️ 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 ExpoWant 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 [email protected] cc: [email protected]

🏁 Registration Includes:RFID Chip Timing by Itz About TimeFall-Themed Custom ShirtUnique Reversible Finisher MedalTrick-or-Treat BagEntry into Costume & Team ContestsEligibility for Age Group & Overall Awards 🏆 Awards & Divisions:Top 3 in each 5-year age division (ages 1–80+)Top 3 Overall Male & Female FinishersBest Halloween CostumeBest Uniform-Themed Costume

Awards for Oldest & Youngest Finishers

 🐾 Pet & Stroller FriendlyLeashed 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 scenicOcean 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 RacesSanta Claus with a CauseRun in the New YearBecause 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!