SoCal’s Sunset Trick or Trot 5k/10K – Halloween Race

🎃 SoCal’s Sunset Trick or Trot 5K/10K

📅 Sunday, October 25th, 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 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

🎟️ 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:
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 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!