Join the OCAABA team for the Tiki Beach 5K/10K for a chance to run/walk, celebrate, and enjoy island-inspired music, food, and community.
There is also a Kid’s Dash & 1-Mile Fun Run.
Direct Link for the OCAABA Group#2192385 Signup: https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/RaceGroup-2192385?raceId=52901
Experience the energy of the beach with live Polynesian drummers and dancers, bringing authentic rhythm and movement to your run. This isn’t just a race, it’s a festive send-off to summer! Coconuts, palm trees, grass skirts, and the TAPUA PRODUCTION drummers and dancers make this the BEST BEACH BASH, healthy RUNNER's Party!
Every participant receives a custom Polynesian-style race shirt and a signature Tiki finisher medal, a collectible highlight for your race journey. Have enough shirts? Choose a custom beach towel while supplies last, or add to your collection by getting BOTH for only an additional $20.
Post-Race Fun: Enjoy coconut and Island inspired pancakes, specialty coffee, tasty street tacos, fresh baked cookies, Pineapple flavor soft serve, fresh fruit, and whole coconuts (sold out) while you explore the expo area and capture those perfect beachside selfies. It's a FOOD FEAST while watching authentic Polynesian drummers and dancers. (Food is available at an additional cost.)
PRICING
$44 (includes $4.00 fee) 5K Run/Walk
$50.48 (includes $4.48 fee) 10K Run/Walk
$31 (incl. $3 fee) Kid's Dash (400 yards) or 1 Mile FUN RUN
REGISTRATION
Use this group link to sign up directly for the OCAABA team (group#2192385). (You will need to create a RunSignUp account.)
https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/RaceGroup-2192385?raceId=52901
Race Info:https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/HuntingtonBeach/RunTikiBeach
If signing up through the main event page, click Yes to "Would you like to join or create a Group/Team?" and select "OCAABA".
SCHEDULE
September 26, 2027
Early Packet Pick-Up - Saturday, Sept. 26 10am to 1PM
Sports Basement, 10800 Kalama River Ave, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
(You may also pick up race morning at the start line.)
September 27, 2027
7:00–8:30 AM – Registration & Packet Pick-Up (race-day available)
7:30-8:30 Am LIVE POLYNESIAN dancers and drummers/ Tupua Productions/ An active EXPO
8:15 AM – Kid’s Dash & 1-Mile Fun Run
8:30 AM – 10K & 5K Start
9:20 AM – 5K Awards Ceremony
9:40 AM – 10K Awards Ceremony
6:30–10:00 AM – Polynesian-Inspired Expo Open
Food items are available for purchase.
KIWANIS of Irvine is teaming up with CircleK of Irvine Valley College to make pineapple and coconut pancakes. KID's READ will be giving out a free book to pancake purchasers.
COURSE
Flat, scenic, out-and-back along the paved beach path with ocean views. Run fast or take it easy, the waves will be your soundtrack.
TIMING
RFID Chip Timing by Itz About Time
AWARDS
-Top 3 male & female overall (5K & 10K)
-Age group awards in 5-year divisions (up to 80+)
-Special recognition for those completing 3+ Caren Ware Events this year
PARKING
Bolsa Chica State Beach, Lot 25 — State Park Parking fee (Park and Pay New system)
Free limited Public parking available in Sunset Beach (walking required into park)
RESTROOMS
Restrooms are open and located on each end of lot 25.
STROLLERS
Strollers are welcome! Please stay to the right and use at your own risk. Only registered participants with a bib will receive a finisher medal. Be sure your bib is worn on the front and visible to finish line staff.
PETS
Friendly Pets are allowed and must be leashed at all times and accompanied by a Run /Walk participant. Please use a leash of 5 ft or less, for the safety of all pets and runners. Line up towards the back of the pack at the start and keep to the side of the race field on the course.
WEATHER
Rain or shine, the event will go on.
FUNDRAISER
Not interested in participating in the event but you would still like to participate in some way? The promoter is raising funds for the Nepali that farm and port for climbers in the Himalayas. The goal is to provide a safe, resilient hub to give the local farming community a secure place to gather, share meals, seek shelter during severe weather, and support travelers and porters passing through.
https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/CA/HuntingtonBeach/RunTikiBeach
