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

- **When:** Fri, Oct 23, 2026 · 7:00 PM CDT
- **Where:** 17851 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, CA, 92648
- **Event page:** https://runthis.run/event/rs-30542-socals-sunset-trick-or-trot-5k-10k-halloween-race

## Registration

Register on the event's own site: https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/HuntingtonBeach/OrangeCountyHalloween5K?aflt_token=58wBqomPr6bPwa1YDhuKo0IQvrNCjzTq

## Description

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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Source: [https://runthis.run/event/rs-30542-socals-sunset-trick-or-trot-5k-10k-halloween-race](https://runthis.run/event/rs-30542-socals-sunset-trick-or-trot-5k-10k-halloween-race) — data from Run This (runthis.run).