Chupacabra 5K. 10K. 18 Miler & 50K
- Date Sat 18th September 2027
- Time 6:30AM PDT
- Location Long Beach, California
- Price $43.40 - $91.10
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, Ultra
Event summary
Get ready to chase the legend at the Chupacabra 5K, 10K, 18 Miler, and 50K taking place on Saturday, September 18, 2027, in the beautiful Long Beach, California! This thrilling beachfront endurance event is perfect for runners of all levels, whether you're looking to conquer your first race or push your limits with an ultra. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Long Beach coastline, participants can choose from a variety of distances: the fun 5K and 10K starting at 8:00 AM, or the more challenging 18-mile and 50K events kicking off at 6:30 AM.
The 18-mile and 50K races will take you on a scenic six-mile loop along the waterfront, providing a fully supported course with water stations and enthusiastic cheers from fellow runners and spectators. With a time limit of six hours, you’ll need to maintain a steady pace, but don’t worry—everyone is welcome to join in on the fun! All participants will receive a custom Chupacabra finisher medal, professional chip timing, and a celebration filled with music and awards. Whether you're running, walking, or bringing your friendly dog along for the journey
The 18-mile and 50K races will take you on a scenic six-mile loop along the waterfront, providing a fully supported course with water stations and enthusiastic cheers from fellow runners and spectators. With a time limit of six hours, you’ll need to maintain a steady pace, but don’t worry—everyone is welcome to join in on the fun! All participants will receive a custom Chupacabra finisher medal, professional chip timing, and a celebration filled with music and awards. Whether you're running, walking, or bringing your friendly dog along for the journey
Organiser's Description
CHUPACABRA 50K
SEPTEMBER 18, 2027 | LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA
5K 10K 18 MILE 50K
SOMETHING IS LURKING ON THE LONG BEACH COASTLINE.
THE LEGENDARY CHUPACABRA HAS MADE ITS WAY TO THE BEACHAND THIS TIME, YOURE NOT RUNNING AWAY FROM IT. YOURE CHASING IT FOR 31 MILES.
WELCOME TO THE CHUPACABRA 50K, A FLAT, FAST AND FULLY SUPPORTED BEACHFRONT ENDURANCE EVENT BUILT FOR RUNNERS READY TO GO BEYOND THE HALF MARATHON, CHASE A NEW DISTANCE, OR TAKE ON THEIR FIRST ULTRA.
WHETHER YOU'RE TACKLING THE 5K, 10K, STEPPING UP TO 18 MILES, OR GOING ALL THE WAY TO 50K, CHOOSE YOUR DISTANCE AND GET READY TO HUNT THE LEGEND.
18 MILE + 50K
THE 18-MILE AND 50K RACES BEGIN AT 6:30 AM AND FOLLOW A SIX-MILE BEACHFRONT LOOP FROM THE START, ALONG THE LONG BEACH PEDESTRIAN PATH TO ALAMITOS BEACH AND BACK.
18 MILE: THREE 6-MILE LOOPS
50K: FIVE 6-MILE LOOPS + 1.07-MILE OUT-AND-BACK
TIME LIMIT: 6 HOURS
COURSE CLOSES: 12:30 PM
ALL 18-MILE AND 50K PARTICIPANTS MUST COMPLETE THEIR DISTANCE WITHIN THE SIX-HOUR COURSE LIMIT.
5K + 10K
THE 5K AND 10K BEGIN AT 8:00 AM, BRINGING EVEN MORE RUNNERS AND ENERGY TO THE BEACHFRONT COURSE WHILE OUR ULTRA RUNNERS CONTINUE THEIR HUNT.
RACE-DAY SCHEDULE
6:00 AM: BIB PICKUP OPENS
6:30 AM: 18 MILE + 50K START
8:00 AM: 5K + 10K START
12:30 PM: COURSE CLOSES
YOUR REGISTRATION INCLUDES
CUSTOM CHUPACABRA FINISHER MEDAL, PROFESSIONAL CHIP TIMING, LIVE RACE RESULTS, FREE RACE PHOTOS, FULLY SUPPORTED COURSE AND WATER STATIONS, FINISH-LINE CELEBRATION WITH DJ + MC, AND OVERALL AND AGE-GROUP AWARDS.
RUNNERS, WALKERS AND FRIENDLY DOGS ARE WELCOME IN THE 5K AND 10K. PARTICIPANTS IN THE 18 MILE AND 50K SHOULD BE PREPARED TO MAINTAIN THE PACE NECESSARY TO FINISH WITHIN THE SIX-HOUR COURSE LIMIT.
THE LEGEND IS REAL. THE DISTANCE IS REALER.
CHOOSE YOUR DISTANCE.
HUNT THE CHUPACABRA.
CLAIM YOUR MEDAL.
SEPTEMBER 18, 2027 | LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA
5K 10K 18 MILE 50K
SOMETHING IS LURKING ON THE LONG BEACH COASTLINE.
THE LEGENDARY CHUPACABRA HAS MADE ITS WAY TO THE BEACHAND THIS TIME, YOURE NOT RUNNING AWAY FROM IT. YOURE CHASING IT FOR 31 MILES.
WELCOME TO THE CHUPACABRA 50K, A FLAT, FAST AND FULLY SUPPORTED BEACHFRONT ENDURANCE EVENT BUILT FOR RUNNERS READY TO GO BEYOND THE HALF MARATHON, CHASE A NEW DISTANCE, OR TAKE ON THEIR FIRST ULTRA.
WHETHER YOU'RE TACKLING THE 5K, 10K, STEPPING UP TO 18 MILES, OR GOING ALL THE WAY TO 50K, CHOOSE YOUR DISTANCE AND GET READY TO HUNT THE LEGEND.
18 MILE + 50K
THE 18-MILE AND 50K RACES BEGIN AT 6:30 AM AND FOLLOW A SIX-MILE BEACHFRONT LOOP FROM THE START, ALONG THE LONG BEACH PEDESTRIAN PATH TO ALAMITOS BEACH AND BACK.
18 MILE: THREE 6-MILE LOOPS
50K: FIVE 6-MILE LOOPS + 1.07-MILE OUT-AND-BACK
TIME LIMIT: 6 HOURS
COURSE CLOSES: 12:30 PM
ALL 18-MILE AND 50K PARTICIPANTS MUST COMPLETE THEIR DISTANCE WITHIN THE SIX-HOUR COURSE LIMIT.
5K + 10K
THE 5K AND 10K BEGIN AT 8:00 AM, BRINGING EVEN MORE RUNNERS AND ENERGY TO THE BEACHFRONT COURSE WHILE OUR ULTRA RUNNERS CONTINUE THEIR HUNT.
RACE-DAY SCHEDULE
6:00 AM: BIB PICKUP OPENS
6:30 AM: 18 MILE + 50K START
8:00 AM: 5K + 10K START
12:30 PM: COURSE CLOSES
YOUR REGISTRATION INCLUDES
CUSTOM CHUPACABRA FINISHER MEDAL, PROFESSIONAL CHIP TIMING, LIVE RACE RESULTS, FREE RACE PHOTOS, FULLY SUPPORTED COURSE AND WATER STATIONS, FINISH-LINE CELEBRATION WITH DJ + MC, AND OVERALL AND AGE-GROUP AWARDS.
RUNNERS, WALKERS AND FRIENDLY DOGS ARE WELCOME IN THE 5K AND 10K. PARTICIPANTS IN THE 18 MILE AND 50K SHOULD BE PREPARED TO MAINTAIN THE PACE NECESSARY TO FINISH WITHIN THE SIX-HOUR COURSE LIMIT.
THE LEGEND IS REAL. THE DISTANCE IS REALER.
CHOOSE YOUR DISTANCE.
HUNT THE CHUPACABRA.
CLAIM YOUR MEDAL.
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