USS Hornet Halloween 5k
- Date Fri 30th October 2026
- Time 6:30PM PDT
- Location Alameda, California
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a thrilling evening of fun and fitness at the USS Hornet Halloween 5K on Friday, October 30th, 2026, in beautiful Alameda! This exciting pre-Halloween run promises a unique experience as participants will race along a scenic 5K loop around Alameda Point, starting and finishing at the iconic Pier. The event kicks off at 6:30 PM, just after sunset, so don't forget your headlamp to illuminate the course! Costumes are highly encouraged, adding to the festive atmosphere of this twilight run, which benefits the USS Hornet Museum.
Runners will be treated to stunning views of San Francisco, the estuary shoreline, and spirit alley along the flat and fast route. Post-race festivities include a lively beer garden, delicious food, music, and age group awards, making it a perfect way to celebrate the Halloween spirit with friends and family. Please note that due to traffic concerns, there will be no kids run this year. With ample parking available, come join us for a spooktacular evening of community, camaraderie, and celebration at the USS Hornet Halloween 5K!
Runners will be treated to stunning views of San Francisco, the estuary shoreline, and spirit alley along the flat and fast route. Post-race festivities include a lively beer garden, delicious food, music, and age group awards, making it a perfect way to celebrate the Halloween spirit with friends and family. Please note that due to traffic concerns, there will be no kids run this year. With ample parking available, come join us for a spooktacular evening of community, camaraderie, and celebration at the USS Hornet Halloween 5K!
Organiser's Description
EVENT DETAILS: OCTOBER 30TH. FRIDAY PRE-HALLOWEEN EVENING RUN
We have partnered with the USS Hornet to bring back a super fun and unique race experience to Alameda. Our "day of the dead" Twilight Run we did a few years ago is back, just moving the date slightly to coincide with Halloween. The event will still benefit the USS Hornet Museum and will start at 6:30pm. Sunset is scheduled that evening for 6:12pm, so headlamps are recommended but we will have lights on the course.
Costume highly recommended and encouraged!
The run will take you for a scenic loop around Alameda Point, starting and finishing at the Pier. Runners will enjoy views of San Francisco, spirit alley and the estuary shoreline along the flat and fast 5k course. There will be our normal beer garden, food, music and Age Group awards
THERE IS NO KIDS RUN FOR 2026 - DUE TO TRAFFIC CONCERNS ON FRIDAY NIGHT.
There is plenty of parking at the Hornet and around Alameda Point.
EVENT - SCHEDULE
* Packet pick-up ~ Lauren's Closet: 1420 Park st: October 28th - 29th: 10:00am - 5:00pm
* Race day Registration and Packet Pick-up ~ USS Hornet: 4:30pm
* 5K run starts ~ 6:30pm
* 5K awards ~ 7:15pm
* Expo and music ~ 6:00pm - 8:00pm
We have partnered with the USS Hornet to bring back a super fun and unique race experience to Alameda. Our "day of the dead" Twilight Run we did a few years ago is back, just moving the date slightly to coincide with Halloween. The event will still benefit the USS Hornet Museum and will start at 6:30pm. Sunset is scheduled that evening for 6:12pm, so headlamps are recommended but we will have lights on the course.
Costume highly recommended and encouraged!
The run will take you for a scenic loop around Alameda Point, starting and finishing at the Pier. Runners will enjoy views of San Francisco, spirit alley and the estuary shoreline along the flat and fast 5k course. There will be our normal beer garden, food, music and Age Group awards
THERE IS NO KIDS RUN FOR 2026 - DUE TO TRAFFIC CONCERNS ON FRIDAY NIGHT.
There is plenty of parking at the Hornet and around Alameda Point.
EVENT - SCHEDULE
* Packet pick-up ~ Lauren's Closet: 1420 Park st: October 28th - 29th: 10:00am - 5:00pm
* Race day Registration and Packet Pick-up ~ USS Hornet: 4:30pm
* 5K run starts ~ 6:30pm
* 5K awards ~ 7:15pm
* Expo and music ~ 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Races
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USS Hornet Haloween 5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 30th October 2026 (6:30PM PDT)
$27.50
Traditional 5k out and around Alameda Point. See webpage for course details and schedule. The course will be well marked and showcase the beautiful views at sunset.
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707 West Hornet Avenue, USS Hornet Museum, Alameda, 94501, CA, United States
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