Dressing Up For The Costume Run

The San Francisco Bay to Breakers is one of the oldest races in history that celebrates the human spirit. Since January 1, 1912, it had been one of the oldest running events where not only the serious runner participates. Each year thousands of costumed participants join with families, and weekend runners and walkers. As they make their way through the heart of San Francisco, energized by continuous bursts of live music, they are cheered on by thousands of spectators lining the route.

Since the inaugural Bay to Breakers, a number of costume-themed runs have popped up around the world. The London Marathon, has produced some of the best costumes as has runDisney events such as the Walt Disney World Marathon, Tinker Bell Half Marathon, and the Disney Princess Half. Other running events seem to evoke costumes simply based on the event date like many local Thanksgiving Turkey Trot, Christmas runs, and Halloween runs.

If running in an outrageous costume is on your bucket list, you don't want to miss out on the Costume Party Run. On July 7, runners will be coming out of San Diego's Qualcomm Stadium and running a half marathon or 5K in the whackiest costumes they can think of. Along with some crazy course entertainment, you will not want to miss this inaugural event!

Did I mention the medal?  Rumor has it that it will be one of the LARGEST medals in the country!

The Costume Party Run has chosen Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego and San Diego Youth Services. So get your costumes on because it's all for a good cause.

Here are some of running's WHACKIEST costumes. Can you top them? BuyCostumes.com is a great source for inexpensive costumes if you are looking for some inspiration!

Cruella and her Dalmations

Something's fishy!

Lady Lobsters

Snap, Crackle, and Pop!

Faces

Toothbrush and Toothpaste

Nesquick will give you some speed!

Roadkill Rita

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You Are A Superstar!

There has been a lot of focus on various things for this event.  The celebrities, the course, and most importantly, our charities, Los Angeles Youth Network and Covenant House California have all been in the spotlight.

Tomorrow is about you.  Without you, we would not have reached our fundraising goal of $500,000.  Without you, we would not have an event.  Whether you are running the 5K, 10K, or half marathon, all of you are the reason the we have been able to make the Hollywood Half Marathon possible.

Jett Dunlap of RunHollywood.com will be out on the course tomorrow looking for you.  Tell him your story, your cause, what keeps you running.  It is time for your spotlight. 

We want to hear all about you and collect video clips of our runners that have done so much to deserve red carpet treatment. If you see Jett, flag him down and make sure you get to be the star that you are.

Good luck to everyone tomorrow!

Hollywood Half - Just Around the Corner

Your chance to run down the Walk of Fame and through Hollywood is fast approaching! Superhero Event's next themed race in Saturday, April 6th and is is one that you don't want to miss.

What better way to tour the streets of Los Angeles than by RUNNING! This exciting event features a friendly 5K, and leisurely 10K, and for those of you that want real celeb status, a half marathon.  Participants are encouraged to come out dressed to impress - as their favorite celebrity. Who speaks to your inner Hollywood?

If running down the famous Hollywood Blvd. and Sunset Dr. isn't enough, the run will be raising money for the Los Angeles Youth Network and Convenant House California.  Although those at the official charities, there are many charity groups participating for their own cause. Team in Training, Autism Speaks, and run3rd will all be out there running with meaning.

Sean Astin, Andrea Barber, and Joey McIntyre were amongst the real celebrities who chose to ditch their normal red carpet way and take on Hollywood in their tennis shoes.  Who will be there this year?

The Hollywood Half is near capacity, so don't wait! Get your red carpet running fashion and register for this fun, themed race today.  You won't want miss out!

Check out the half marathon course preview!