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When
Thursday, December 31st, 2026
Where
5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach CA
Distances
5K · 10K · Half
Typical weather
48–63°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
59–65°F
rain
2024
48–60°F
dry
2023
50–60°F
dry
2022
56–60°F
rain
2021
46–60°F
dry
2020
42–63°F
dry
2019
47–68°F
dry
2018
49–63°F
dry
2017
52–65°F
dry
2016
49–58°F
rain
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About this race
🎉 Last Dash Before Midnight – Long Beach Edition
5K • 10K • Half Marathon
📍 5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA
📅 December 31, 2025
🕒 Race Morning Schedule
📍 Location: 5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach
📝 Check-In & Bib Pickup: 6:00 AM
➡️ Bib pickup will take place at the Race Ready tents
Same Day Registration is also at the Race Ready Athletic Tents
🏁 Start Times
🔹 Half Marathon – 7:00 AM
🔹 10K & 5K – 8:00 AM
🎊 About the Race
End the year with miles, music, ocean views, and good vibes. Last Dash Before Midnight is your chance to lace up, move your body, and celebrate one final run before the year wraps up. Come for the run, stay for the fun — this is a classic CaliFlow morning.
✨ What You Get
⏱ Professional Chip Timing
📸 Free Race Photos
💧 3 On-Course Water Stations
🏅 Finisher Medal
🏅 Overall and Age Group Awards
🎶 Fun Finish-Line Energy
🌊 Scenic Long Beach Coastal Course
🎉 Finish Strong
Kick off New Year’s Eve with a run, a smile, and that “I did it” feeling — then go enjoy the rest of your day knowing you ended the year on a high note.
Run first. Celebrate later. 🎊
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