Halloween Trick or Trot Run 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 31, 2026
- Start time
- 7:30 AM start (Los Angeles)
- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Entry fee
- From $30
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10K Registration | 10K | Oct 31, 20267:30 AM | $42 | – |
| 13.1 Half-Marathon Registration | Half Marathon | Oct 31, 20267:30 AM | $45 | – |
| 5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt) | 5K | Oct 31, 20267:30 AM | $30 | – |
| 5K Registration | 5K | Oct 31, 20267:30 AM | $37 | – |
| Family 1 Mile Fun Run | Kids | Oct 31, 20267:30 AM | $35 | – |
| Virtual Run RegistrationVirtual | 5K | Oct 31, 20267:30 AM | $37 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 10K Registration: $42 until Oct 31.
- 13.1 Half-Marathon Registration: $45 until Oct 31.
- 5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt): $30 until Oct 31.
- 5K Registration: $37 until Oct 31.
Online registration closes Oct 31, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $45, entry is about 10 percent below a typical half marathon in California, which costs $50 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a half marathon in Los Angeles runs 2:30:15, about 11:28 a mile, based on 4 races with published results. Women typically finish in 2:40:05 and men in 2:18:30.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:12 AM, and the 10K Registration starts at 7:30 AM. The start sits about 1,760 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
Palisades Park (Course Map will be emailed), Los Angeles, CA 90272
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 54°F at dawn to 71°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 3% of days. Cold snaps dip to 50°F and hot years reach 80°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
- Palisades Park (Course Map will be emailed), Los Angeles, CA 90272Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 1,760 feet
- Included with entry
- Running Shirt + Packet; T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 31, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Halloween Trick or Trot Run 5K/10K/13.1 LOS ANGELES?
- Saturday, October 31, 2026, starting at 7:30 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $30 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 31, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for California?
- At $45, entry is about 10 percent below a typical half marathon in California, which costs $50 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Kids.
- Where does it start?
- Palisades Park (Course Map will be emailed), Los Angeles, CA 90272.
From the organizers
🎃 👻 Trick or Trot! 👻 🎃
Run in our annual Halloween Run, where healthy fitness meets frightful fun! We'll even give you some free Halloween candy after your run! Find a friend, set a goal, and join this unique 5K, 10K, or 13.1 Half-Marathon run!
Forget the massive, impersonal race-day crowds. We keep things small, personal, and local, so every run feels less like a number and more like a memory. Whether it's a 5K, 10K, half-marathon, or virtual run, you'll get the warmth of a hometown event.
Overview:
Spots sell out FAST! We close each wave the moment it fills. Once a wave sells out, you can grab the virtual run option or join the waitlist.