Pleasanton Rotary Halloween Spirit Run
- Date Sun 25th October 2026
- Time 8:30AM PDT
- Location Pleasanton, California
- Price $21.99 - $43.93
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for a spooktacular day of fun and fitness at the Pleasanton Rotary Halloween Spirit Run on Sunday, October 25, 2026! This exciting event will take place in the heart of Downtown Pleasanton, starting and finishing on Main Street. Runners can choose between two timed distances: the 5K and 10K, both kicking off at 8:30 a.m. Participants are encouraged to don their favorite costumes for a festive touch, and awards will be given to overall winners as well as top finishers in various age groups.
The festivities continue with the Kids Challenge, featuring a 1/4 mile race for older kids and a 100-yard dash for younger children, starting at 10:00 a.m. All kids ages 12 and under are welcome to join in the fun! Every finisher in the 5K, 10K, and Kids Race will receive a medal, and participants can opt for a DryBlend long-sleeved t-shirt. Proceeds from this beloved annual event support scholarships for students and community projects, making it a great way to give back while enjoying a day of health and camaraderie. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to get active, celebrate the
The festivities continue with the Kids Challenge, featuring a 1/4 mile race for older kids and a 100-yard dash for younger children, starting at 10:00 a.m. All kids ages 12 and under are welcome to join in the fun! Every finisher in the 5K, 10K, and Kids Race will receive a medal, and participants can opt for a DryBlend long-sleeved t-shirt. Proceeds from this beloved annual event support scholarships for students and community projects, making it a great way to give back while enjoying a day of health and camaraderie. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to get active, celebrate the
Organiser's Description
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 [https://results.changeofpace.com/results.aspx?CId=16356&RId=6156] 2024 [https://results.changeofpace.com/results.aspx?CId=16356&RId=6136] 2023 [https://results.changeofpace.com/results.aspx?CId=16356&RId=6122] 2022 [https://results.changeofpace.com/results.aspx?CId=16356&RId=6106] 2021 [https://results.changeofpace.com/results.aspx?CId=16356&RId=6088] 2019 [https://results.changeofpace.com/results.aspx?CId=16356&RId=6079]
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 [https://results.changeofpace.com/results.aspx?CId=16356&RId=6156] 2024 [https://results.changeofpace.com/results.aspx?CId=16356&RId=6136] 2023 [https://results.changeofpace.com/results.aspx?CId=16356&RId=6122] 2022 [https://results.changeofpace.com/results.aspx?CId=16356&RId=6106] 2021 [https://results.changeofpace.com/results.aspx?CId=16356&RId=6088] 2019 [https://results.changeofpace.com/results.aspx?CId=16356&RId=6079]
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.43 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 25th October 2026 (8:30AM PDT)
$43.93
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10K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.43 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 25th October 2026 (8:30AM PDT)
$43.93
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Kids Challenge: 1/4 Mile
Incl. $2.19 Fee & Short Sleeved T-Shirt
Sun 25th October 2026 (10:00AM PDT)
$21.99
1/4 Mile Fun Run (not timed or scored) held at 10:00 a.m. For children ages 12 and younger. -
Kids Challenge: 100 Yard Dash
Incl. $2.19 Fee & Short Sleeved T-Shirt
Sun 25th October 2026 (10:00AM PDT)
$21.99
100 yard fun run held at 10:00 am (after 1/4 Mile) for children ages 5 and younger.
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