2008 Manhattan Beach Pumpkin Race
Please join us Sunday, October 26, 2008 at the Manhattan Pier beginning at 1:00 PM for what promises to be the most fun and unusual Halloween event your family has ever experienced. The day long Downtown Halloween Festival and Pumpkin Race will be filled with fun, excitement, surprises, and laughter for all ages.
Everyone is welcome to participate in this unique, one-of-a-kind family fun competition. Build your own Pumpkin RaceCar and enter the Pumpkin Race for free! Or, pickup a pre-carved pumpkin and Pumpkin RaceCar Kit at the event for a $20 dollar donation. Pumpkin RaceCar Kits and entry into the race are on a first come, first served basis. If plan to enter the race, arrive at 1:00 PM and to secure your spot. Be sure to check out How to Enter the Race for details.
Activity booths, fun and excitement for the entire family will be open from 1:00 PM – 6:30 PM. See the event site map for location of activity booths and race track.
A note to families with special needs: The Friendship Circle and the Mira Costa Friendship Circle Club will provide a caring environment staffed with trained volunteers to help you build a Pumpkin RaceCar and enter the race. Click here for more information.
Important Information
| Time |
Event |
| 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
Qualifying Races & Fun Activities |
| 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Downtown Trick or Treat |
| 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM |
Pumpkin Race Finals! |
- *Families with Special Needs please arrive at Noon. Additional Special Needs information.
- Wear a costume!
- Bring the kids!
- Bring your own pumpkin race car!
- Arrive early to ensure your spot in the race!
- Pumpkin Pit Row available for tune-ups and adjustments!
- Axles and wheels available first come first served!
- See Pumpkin RaceCar #17 on display at SKECHERS Downtown Manhattan Beach Store!
For more fun events by the Parks and Recreation Department, please visit the Events and Attractions calendar or the Family Fun webpage.
