Spooky Shuffle – 5k, 10k, Half Marathon
- Date
- October 25, 2026
- Location
- 6350 Woodley Ave, Van Nuys, CA
- Distance
- 5k · 10K · Half Marathon
From the Organizer
It's Halloween! Let's celebrate together, dress up in costume, and eat candy!
Race Details
Location: Woodley Park, 6076 Woodley Ave, Encino, CA
Parking: Free parking in the lot; more is available on Woodley Ave
Event Schedule
6:20am – Bib pick-up opens
7:00am – Half marathon & 10k start
7:30am – 5k start
7:35am – Registration & start line close
10:20am – Course closes (3 hours, 20 minutes for the Half)
Early start of 6:30am may be pre-arranged for half marathoners, email your request to events@hightideruns.com. All early starters will not be eligible for awards.
Courses
5k route: Runners do one loop – route here
10k route: Runners do two loops - route here
Half Marathon: Runners do two loops plus the 10k route – route here
More about the Course
The race routes go across the grass, under the road through a tunnel, and enter the park. The 5k loops the lake and returns. The 10k and half head to the other side of the park, going under the bridge, and then journey back along a different path.
Our courses are on open paths so please be considerate of other park users!
On-Course Support
Multiple water stations are located along the routes. The finish line will also have an aid station stocked with water, electrolytes, and other snacks. We have a first aid kit at each station and all High Tides Crew Members have received CPR training. The turns are clearly marked with chalk and runner turn signs
Final Details
Bib: Please wear your race bib on the front of your shirt so we can track your time and send your pics!
Gear Check: You may leave personal items with staff at the registration tent. Please bring your own bag.
Awards: All finishers earn a race medal. 1st place medals are given to the overall 1st male and female in each distance.
Results & Photos: An email with race results and photos will be sent the day after the race and earlier on Instagram. Race photos are free!
Join Us Again: Did you have a blast running with us at our low-pressure, high vibes race? We have themed races throughout the year in Long Beach, the San Fernando Valley, San Diego, and Orange County. Register for multiple races at a time to earn a discount. Check our full schedule
Events
Weather
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
81°
Typical Low
55°
Chance of Rain
9%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Van Nuys Ap, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Van Nuys, CA
Population
3,857,897
as of 2023
Elevation
714 ft
Nearest Airport
BUR
Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport · 5 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
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Spooky Shuffle – 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- Spooky Shuffle – 5k, 10k, Half Marathon
- Date
- October 25, 2026
- Location
- 6350 Woodley Ave, Van Nuys, CA
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The half marathon is the distance where you find out what you're actually made of. Long enough to demand real preparation. Short enough that it doesn't consume your life to train for it. Most people who run their first half describe it as the race that changed their relationship with what they're capable of. Once you cross this finish line, the bar moves. That's not a warning — that's the point.
Race day energy varies by event size, but the finish line feeling is the same regardless. Big races keep the noise going the whole way. Smaller races give you stretches where it's just you and the miles — and that solitude becomes its own kind of fuel.
The half marathon rewards people who show up for the boring training miles.
How long to train: 10–14 weeks. If you're already running consistently, 10 weeks of structured buildup is enough. If you're building from a casual base, give yourself 14.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Spooky Shuffle – 5k, 10k, Half Marathon?
- Spooky Shuffle – 5k, 10k, Half Marathon is a running race held in Van Nuys, California on October 25, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Spooky Shuffle – 5k, 10k, Half Marathon?
- Sunday, October 25, 2026 in Van Nuys, California at 6350 Woodley Ave, Van Nuys, CA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Spooky Shuffle – 5k, 10k, Half Marathon?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Spooky Shuffle – 5k, 10k, Half Marathon
Oct 25, 2026