The Running Dead 5K - Union City

Union City, United States • 19 Oct 2025

The Running Dead 5K Fun Run in Union City, California, is a Halloween-themed community race at Civic Center/City Hall (34009 Alvarado-Niles Road). It offers a 5K open to adults and a 5K Youth option for younger runners. The course follows the Alameda Creek Trail from City Hall and returns to the finish. The event features a Zombie Challenge with volunteers dressed as zombies, a costume contest, and post-race prize raffles, including a special prize for those who survive the zombie challenge. Medals are awarded in age- and gender-based divisions, and race shirts can be purchased on race day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 km
5 km
5k Youth
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