Whittier Spooktacular 5K 2026 — Whittier, CA

Date
October 31, 2026
Location
Whittier, CA
Venue
Whittier Community Center
Start Time
7:30 AM
Entry Fee
$25.00 – $55.00
Events
Creepy Crawly ½ Mile Dash - 11 & under, 5K, Student 5K, Group/Team 5K
Includes
T-Shirt
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The Whittier Spooktacular 5K is a Halloween running event held at the Whittier Community Center in California, featuring a 1-mile option and a 5-mile race. The event takes place on October 31st, 2026, with an early 7:30 AM start time. Entry fees range from $25 to $55 depending on your chosen distance and registration timing. This is a straightforward running event for athletes looking to compete on Halloween morning in the Los Angeles area. The community center venue provides a central location for Whittier-based runners and those traveling to the region for the holiday race.

From the Race Organizer
Additional race information can be found at https://www.whittier5k.com . Location Whittier Community Center 7630 Washington Ave Whittier, CA US 90602 Details Early Packet Pick Up Friday, October 30, 2026 1pm -6 pm Whittier Community Center, 7630 Washington Ave, Whittier CA 90602 Information Custom-designed Finishers’ Medal for all runners Cash prize to top 5K finisher overall male & female USATF Certified course Chip Timing Computerized finish line results provided by Alliance Race Timing T-shirt - sizes are not guaranteed Pancake Breakfast after the race (Free for all registered runners, $5.00 for non- registered) Music along the course Refreshments and Goodie Bags for all participants Costume contest - Costumes must be family appropriate (Contestants must be a registered 5K run/walk participant) Dates and prices Early Bird June – end of August 31 Regular Price – September 1 – October 11 Late Registrations – October 12 – Day of the race. Individual Registration  Early Bird: $40  Regular: $50  Late: $55 Group Registration  Early Bird: $35  Regular: $45  Late: $50

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Whittier Spooktacular 5K 2026 — Whittier, CA?

Whittier Spooktacular 5K 2026 — Whittier, CA takes place on October 31, 2026. The race is held in Whittier, California.

Where is Whittier Spooktacular 5K 2026 — Whittier, CA held?

Whittier Spooktacular 5K 2026 — Whittier, CA is held at Whittier Community Center in Whittier, California.

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