Chupacabra 5K. 10K. 18 Miler & 50K
Updated
Saturday, September 18, 2027, first start 6:30 AM, in Long Beach (5400 E Ocean Blvd). Distances: 5K, 10K, 18 miles, 30 miles. Entry from $40 to $85; the 10K goes from $45 to $50 after May 11.
- Date
- Saturday, September 18, 2027
- Start time
- 6:30 AM (earliest wave)
- Location
- 5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90803
- Area
- South Bay & Long Beach, Los Angeles
- Distances
- 5K10K18 miles30 miles
- Course
- Road or path
- Price
- $40 to $85 plus the platform's processing fee
- Next price increase
- Tuesday, May 11, 2027: 10K $45 → $50
- Registration
- Open. Opened September 21, online signup closes Saturday, September 18, 2027
How to register
Registration is on RunSignup. Pick your distance, add any extras, and you'll get a confirmation email with your bib details. Sign up by May 11 to pay $45 instead of $50.
Register on RunSignup →Race website
Course and race notes
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 beach-and this time, you’re not running away from it. You’re chasing it for 31 miles.
From the race's own listing. Check the race website for the course map and parking.
Source: RunSignup public race API, refreshed 2026-10-17. Details can change; the registration page is the final word.