In 54 days · Fri, Dec 25, 2026
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When
Friday, December 25th, 2026
Where
5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach CA
Distances
5K · 10K · Half
Typical weather
48–64°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
58–65°F
rain
2024
48–63°F
dry
2023
47–64°F
dry
2022
50–77°F
dry
2021
50–57°F
rain
2020
49–71°F
dry
2019
47–57°F
rain
2018
56–68°F
dry
2017
45–65°F
dry
2016
43–54°F
dry
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About this race
🎄 Jingle All the Way 5K/10K – Christmas Day Run!
📍 5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA
What if it Rains?
Cooler weather. Extra vibes. Free splash zone.
Rain or Shine, always.
Join us this Christmas morning for a festive, fun-filled run by the beach! Whether you’re chasing a PR or just spreading holiday cheer, this event is for everyone.
🏃♀️ Feel the magic of the season as you dash through a coastal winter wonderland! Every participant receives a holiday-themed medal, bib, and optional jingle bells to lace up and literally jingle all the way to the finish line. 🎶✨
🎅 Race Day Details
📆 December 25th
🕢 6:30 AM – 8:05 AM: Bib Pick-Up & Same-Day Registration
🏁 7:00 AM - Half Marathon Start
🏁 8:00 AM: 5K & 10K Start
🌊 Course Info
✅ USATF Certified Course
⏱️ Professional Chip Timing
5K: Out 1.56 miles and back
10K: Two loops of the 5K course (6.2 miles total)
💧 Two water stations on course + beach fountains along the way
Half Marathon: Out 2.19 miles and back. You will run
3 X's 4.36 Mile Loops
🎁 What You Get
✨ Holiday Finisher Medal
📸 Free Race Day Photos
🔔 Jingle Bell for Your Shoe (optional)
🍪 Finish-Line Treats
🎄 Awesome Photo Ops
💦 Two On-Course Water Stations
🏆 Awards
🏅 All participants receive a medal
🥇 Top 3 male & female finishers (all distances) receive placement medals
🎭 Holiday Costume Contest with fun prizes!
🚗 Parking
Free in lot
Course map
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