Join us on Sunday, October 25 for this year's event! Start and finish in Downtown Pleasanton on Main Street. Wear a costume if you would like! 5K/10K starts at 8:30 a.m. 5K and 10K events are timed; awards will be presented to overall winners as well as to top finishers in each age group. Kids Challenge (1/4 mile for older kids, plus a 100 yard dash) starts at 10:00 am. Kids ages 12 and under are welcome to participate. DryBlend long sleeved t-sleeve shirts for 5K-10K participants. Participants may opt out of t-shirt if they wish. To celebrate our 33rd running of this event, finisher medals will be awarded to all 5K, 10K, and Kid's Race participants. Proceeds Proceeds support scholarships for Pleasanton students and community & international projects of The Rotary Club of Pleasanton. Leashed Dogs Well-behaved dogs are permitted in the 5K or 10K; all dogs must start in the back of the pack at the starting line, be on a non-retractable leash, and be cleaned up after by their human. Dogs attending the event should be comfortable in crowds as well as around other dogs. Strollers Strollers are allowed in both the 5K and 10K; we ask that you start towards the back. Packet Pick Up Pre-race Packet Pick Up will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2026 - at Fleet Feet Pleasanton (234 Main Street) from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm. Participants may also pick up their bib and tshirt on race morning (10/25) near the start/finish line starting at 7 am and continuing through 8:15 am (through 9:45 am for Kids Challenge entrants). Photo ID is not required to pick up packets and you may pick up for friends or family. Please bring your QR code from your confirmation email to check in. In-Person Registration Participants may register in-person at Packet Pick Up or on race morning (Sunday, October 25, 7:00 am to 8:20 am at the start/finish area adjacent to Workbench Hardware - 652 Main Street, Pleasanton). Those registering in-person may present payment in the forms of debit/credit card or cash. Personal checks are not accepted. Awards & Age Groups Custom medals will be presented to the top three male and female finishers in the 5K and 10K in each age group. Overall winners will also receive a prize. Age groups are: 10K / 13 and Under, 14-18 yrs., 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+. 5K age groups are: 9 and under, 10-13 yrs., 14-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+. Race Results Past Race Results: 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2019
Course & Travel Notes
The Pleasanton Rotary Halloween Spirit Run takes place on October 25, 2026, in Pleasanton, California, with the race starting at 8:30 AM, well after sunrise at 7:25 AM. The venue sits at 358 feet elevation, making it relatively flat for runners. Expect typical late-October weather with highs around 77°F and lows near 50°F, with only an 8% chance of measurable rain. Palo Alto Airport is the nearest air hub, located 19.2 miles from the race venue.
⛰️ 358 ft elevation☀️ Typically 77°F / 50°F · 8% chance of rain✈️ Palo Alto Airport (PAO) — 19.2 mi
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Race Travel Insurance
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When is Pleasanton Rotary Halloween Spirit Run 2026 — Pleasanton, CA?
Pleasanton Rotary Halloween Spirit Run 2026 — Pleasanton, CA takes place on October 25, 2026. The race is held in Pleasanton, California.
Where is Pleasanton Rotary Halloween Spirit Run 2026 — Pleasanton, CA held?
Pleasanton Rotary Halloween Spirit Run 2026 — Pleasanton, CA is held at 652 Main Street in Pleasanton, California.
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