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Dia de los Muertos Run – Huntington Beach

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Date

Nov 1, 2025

Starting Time

7:30 AM

Course

Road

Fees

$52.93+

Location

Huntington Beach

Participants

100-500

Terrain

Fast & Flat

Environment

Oceanfront

Temperature
High: 72°
/ Low: 57°
Perfect For:
Walker Friendly
Stroller Friendly
Overview

Celebrate Día de los Muertos at the coast with the Día de los Muertos Run, returning on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at Bolsa Chica State Beach (Lot 25), Huntington Beach. This festive beachside event features a half marathon (7:30 AM) plus 5K and 10K distances starting at 8:30 AM. It’s a chip-timed race perfect for runners honoring loved ones or seeking a coastal PR with cultural flair.

Why You’ll Love It

  1. Coastal ambiance with cultural significance — A moving tribute to life, memory, and community, set to the Pacific.
  2. Scenic & approachable course — Flat terrain and easy-to-follow loops are perfect for PRs or casual enjoyment.
  3. Family- and walker-friendly — Costumes and strollers welcome; everyone is encouraged to participate.
  4. All-included experience — Timing, photos, awards, festive decor, and a memorable post-race vibe.
  5. Vibrant costumed energy — Themed finisher medal, costume contest, and music create a compelling celebration of Día de los Muertos.

🎙️ Participant Testimonials

Details not yet available, but past runners highlight “vibrant spirit and scenic beach course” and appreciate the “colorful costumes and community celebration”.

Course Description

This coastal 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon course is pure Southern California—deep ocean blues, crashing waves, and salty air that just hits different. What could be better?

The course is mostly flat and fast, making it perfect for runners chasing a PR at their next 5K race, 10K event, or Half Marathon. There’s just a slight incline at the cliffs where our Half Marathon runners make their turnaround, adding a touch of challenge with a huge ocean view payoff.

5K Course – Out and back

10K Course – Out and back

Half Marathon Course – Two loops of 6.55 miles

Get ready for a PR-friendly course filled with California coastline magic, fresh ocean air, and those signature CaliFlow race vibes.Course Maps with Strava Links

Past Results

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