Boo Run 5k & 10k 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 31, 2026
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (Los Angeles)
- Location
- Porterville, California
- Entry fee
- From $50 · goes up to $58 on Oct 16, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a finisher medal
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10k Run/Walk | 10K | Oct 31, 20269:00 AM | $53$58 after Oct 16, 2026 | – |
| 5K Run/Walk | 5K | Oct 31, 20269:00 AM | $50$55 after Oct 16, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 10K fee goes up to $58 on Oct 16, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 10k Run/Walk: $53 until Oct 16, then $58 until Oct 31.
- 5K Run/Walk: $50 until Oct 16, then $55 until Oct 31.
Online registration closes Oct 31, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $53, entry is about 23 percent above a typical 10K in California, which costs $42.99 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 10K in California runs 1:05:18, about 10:31 a mile, based on 285 races with published results. Women typically finish in 1:09:57 and men in 59:47.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:16 AM, and the 10k Run/Walk starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 660 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
336 Chase Ave, Porterville, CA 93257
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 31 the day usually runs from 50°F at dawn to 72°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 5% of days. Cold snaps dip to 43°F and hot years reach 79°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 336 Chase Ave, Porterville, CA 93257Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 660 feet
- Included with entry
- lanyard and medal
- Distances
- 5K, 10K
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 31, 2026), 2025 (Oct 11, 2025)
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Quick answers
- When is Boo Run 5k & 10k?
- Saturday, October 31, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $50 before processing fees, and rises to $58 on Oct 16, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 31, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for California?
- At $53, entry is about 23 percent above a typical 10K in California, which costs $42.99 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a finisher medal, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, 10K.
- Where does it start?
- 336 Chase Ave, Porterville, CA 93257.
From the organizers
Imagine Halloween Morning…
Families, runners, and walkers dressed in creative costumes, colorful decorations, music, laughter, and hundreds of people enjoying one of Porterville’s most beautiful outdoor spaces.
Join us on Saturday, October 31, 2026, for the Tule River Parkway Boo Run 5K & 10K! Whether you are a seasoned runner chasing a personal best, a casual walker, or a family looking for a fun Halloween activity, there is something for everyone.