Trick & Trot Challenge
- Date
- October 24, 2026
- Distance
- 5K
- Price
- $50
From the Organizer
The Trick & Trot Challenge is a festive 5K race series that combines the spooky fun of Halloween with the heartwarming spirit of Thanksgiving. Participants can join themed races celebrating both holidays, making it a perfect way to stay active and enjoy the season's festivities.
Start your journey with a spine-tingling race through Cocoa Beach Golf Course at the Frightful Fairway 5k. Participants are encouraged to wear their best Halloween costumes and enter the costume contest. After the chills of Halloween pass, it's time for some hearty Thanksgiving spirit! The Cocoa Beach Turkey Trot 5k is a festive race that celebrates the joys of the season, offering a bit of fun before the big meal. Join family and friends in downtown Cocoa Beach for the biggest celebration in town.
FRIGHTFUL FAIRWAY 5K, October 25, 7:30 am, Cocoa Beach
COCOA BEACH TURKEY TROT 5k, November 27, 8:00 am, Cocoa Beach
Races benefit Cocoa Beach Recreation Department Youth Camps, Cocoa Beach High School Cross-Country & Track Teams, and Cocoa Beach High School Key Club.
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
83°
Typical Low
66°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Melbourne Wfo, 14 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Cocoa Beach, FL
Population
11,341
as of 2023
City Elevation
7 ft
Nearest Airport
MLB
Melbourne Orlando International Airport · 16 mi
Major Hub
MCO
Orlando International Airport · 43 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Trick & Trot Challenge, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
129
Days to train
- Race
- Trick & Trot Challenge
- Date
- October 24, 2026
Coming Up
More Running races near Cocoa Beach, FL
3RD Annual A1C Christian Bellmore Memorial Run/walk
400 S Sykes Creek Pkwy
3 miles away
FRIGHTFUL FAIRWAY 5K (Fall Into Winter)
5K · From $28 · 5000 Tom Warriner Blvd.
Less than a mile away
D.A.S.H In Life 5K
5K · From $30 · Brevard Veterans Memorial Center
3 miles away
Cocoa Beach Half Marathon
10K · Half Marathon · From $75 · 1500 N Atlantic Avenue
2 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Trick & Trot Challenge?
- Trick & Trot Challenge is a running race held in Cocoa Beach, Florida on October 24, 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 Trick & Trot Challenge?
- Saturday, October 24, 2026 in Cocoa Beach, Florida at 5000 Tom Warriner Boulevard. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Trick & Trot Challenge?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Trick & Trot Challenge
Oct 24, 2026