Chupacabra 5K. 10K. 18 Miler & 50K
Chupacabra 5K. 10K. 18 Miler & 50K is a running race on September 18, 2027 in Long Beach, CA, with entry fees from $40 to $85.
- Date
- September 18, 2027 (313 days to go)
- Price
- $40–$85
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
🐾 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.
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.
Events
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
82°
Typical Low
64°
Chance of Rain
2%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Long Beach Daugherty Fld, 4 mi from the venue.
About Long Beach, CA
Population
458,491
as of 2023
City Elevation
15 ft
Nearest Airport
LGB
Long Beach International Airport · 3 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Chupacabra 5K. 10K. 18 Miler & 50K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
313
Days to train
- Race
- Chupacabra 5K. 10K. 18 Miler & 50K
- Date
- September 18, 2027
Get Ready for Race Day
Plan your training, log every workout, and track your progress all the way to race day in the Endurance Grid app.
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Chupacabra 5K. 10K. 18 Miler & 50K
Sep 18, 2027