One of Half Moon Bay’s most beloved (and undeniably adorable) annual traditions is almost here: the goat run down Poplar Street and into the Railroad right-of-way! The Running of the Goats!
If you’ve never experienced dozens of goats trotting through town like they’ve got somewhere very important to be, you’re in for a treat. And if you’ve seen it before, you know exactly why people line the streets year after year to watch this wonderfully quirky Coastside spectacle.
While we’re still waiting on the official date and time, we’re hearing that the run will likely happen sometime in mid-to-late June. Nothing is confirmed just yet, but the moment we hear, we’ll share the details so everyone can mark their calendars and get ready for the hoofed excitement.
The goats come from Star Creek Land Stewards, in partnership with Coastside Land Trust and the City of Half Moon Bay, and they’re not just here for the photo ops. These hardworking landscapers help reduce wildfire fuel, improve soil health, fertilize the land, and support native plants—all without machinery, chemicals, or fossil fuels.
It’s one of those events that perfectly captures the spirit of Half Moon Bay: a little unusual, a lot of fun, and genuinely good for the community and the environment.
Following the Running of the Goats, we'll once again hold our wildly popular Vote-a-Goat Competition, in which you can help crown the ultimate G.O.A.T.
Stay tuned—we'll spread the word as soon as we know more. Until then, consider this your official warning:
GOAT SEASON IS UPON US, AND THE COUNTDOWN TO THEIR RUN HAS BEGUN!
Check out this awesome video created by the talented and Steve Maller …