Witch Way to the Polls 2026 2026
- Date
- Sunday, October 11, 2026
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (Los Angeles)
- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Entry fee
- From $40
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5k Run/Walk | 5K | Oct 11, 20269:00 AM | $40 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $40 until Oct 11.
Online registration closes Oct 11, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $40, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in California ($37).
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Los Angeles runs 39:26, about 12:42 a mile, based on 25 races with published results. Women typically finish in 41:32 and men in 35:21.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:53 AM, and the 5k Run/Walk starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 1,120 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
4730 Crystal Springs Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90027, Los Angeles, CA 90027
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 11 the day usually runs from 57°F at dawn to 76°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 5% of days. Cold snaps dip to 47°F and hot years reach 85°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
- 4730 Crystal Springs Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90027, Los Angeles, CA 90027Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 1,120 feet
- Distances
- 5K
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 11, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Witch Way to the Polls 2026?
- Sunday, October 11, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $40 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 11, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for California?
- At $40, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in California ($37).
- What distances can I run?
- 5K.
- Where does it start?
- 4730 Crystal Springs Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90027, Los Angeles, CA 90027.
From the organizers
Witch Way to the Polls — Walk, Run, and Rally for Your Community!
Sunday, October 11, 2026 | 9:00 AM | Griffith Park, Los Angeles (Check in at 8:00 AM)
Grab your costume (or NOT!) and lace up your sneakers — Witch Way to the Polls is coming to Griffith Park this October for a morning of fun, community, and civic spirit!
Whether you're a runner chasing a new personal best, a family looking for a festive outing, or a neighbor who just wants to get outside and connect — this event is for you.
5K Run/Walk — Choose your pace! Walk it with friends, run it for fun, or bring the stroller. All speeds welcome.