Twilight's Last Gleaming Cross Country Challenge

Ventura, United States • 25 Oct 2025

Twilight's Last Gleaming Cross Country Challenge is a rare evening cross-country race held in Ventura, California. Now in its 40th year, it takes place on the last Saturday in October, except Halloween when it will be a week earlier. The course is notorious and punishing: the first mile climbs a city street, and many runners find the route among the slowest for its distance. The event features six-year age divisions, a modest entry fee, and a low-key, athlete-friendly atmosphere that emphasizes fun over commerce. Notable extras include commemorative T-shirts, GPX data, and online results history; about 60 participants typically compete each year. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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