Skechers Pier to Pier Friendship Walk 2026

Every October, thousands of South Bay families lace up and walk the beach for a good cause. The Skechers Pier to Pier Friendship Walk is on Sunday, October 18, 2026, and it works as both a morning workout and one of the easier family events Los Angeles offers this fall.

When: Sunday, October 18, 2026. Check-in opens at 8:00 AM, the walk starts at 9:30 AM Where: Manhattan Beach Pier to Hermosa Beach Pier and back Price: $30 pre-registration, $35 day of Route: 3.4 miles round trip

What to expect

The walk begins at the Manhattan Beach Pier, heads down the coast to the Hermosa Beach Pier and returns the same way. The route is flat, scenic and easy enough for strollers and younger kids. Check-in starts at 8:00 AM, live performances and opening remarks begin around 8:30 AM, and the walk itself steps off at 9:30 AM.

It is more than a walk. The day includes a Kid Zone, live entertainment, hydration stations and plenty of places to eat nearby once you finish. Friendly leashed dogs are welcome, so the whole household can come along. If you are collecting things to do with kids LA has on the calendar this month, this is a low-pressure pick that doubles as a way to give back.

Why it matters

The walk has been running since 2009 and has raised millions of dollars. Money goes to the Friendship Foundation, which supports children and young adults with special needs through peer mentoring and recreational activities such as sports, music, art and summer camps. Local education foundations across the South Bay also benefit, funding classroom programs, technology and extracurriculars, along with college scholarships.

Registration and practical info

Pre-registration is $30 per walker, and signing up on the day costs $35. Children can also be registered to receive a walk T-shirt and swag bag while supplies last. Early check-in is available October 16 and 17 at Skechers retail stores in Manhattan Beach and Torrance, Big 5 Sporting Goods in Torrance, and Promenade on the Peninsula in Palos Verdes. That can save you a line on Sunday morning.

Parking near both piers fills up quickly on event days, so arrive early, carpool or bike if you can. Bring sunscreen, a water bottle and comfortable shoes, and check the official event details before you go in case plans change.

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