5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach CA
Thursday, December 31st, 2026
Last Dash Before Midnight – Long Beach Edition
5K • 10K • Half Marathon
Location: 5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA
Date: December 31, 2025
Race Morning Schedule
Location: 5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach
Check-In & Bib Pickup: 6:00 AM
Note: Bib pickup will take place at the Race Ready tents.
Same Day Registration
Same Day Registration is also at the Race Ready Athletic Tents.
Start Times
- Half Marathon: 7:00 AM
- 10K & 5K: 7:30 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.
Half-marathon ready
Dial in your shoes, fuel, and hydration.
Top pick
SHOKZ OpenRun Bone Conduction Open-Ear Bluetooth Sport Headphones, Running Workout Bundle with Waterproof Carrying Case & Sweat Headband, IP67 Sweat Resistant, 8H Playtime, Mic, Black
$129.95
Garmin Forerunner 55, GPS Running Watch with Daily Suggested Workouts, Up to 2 Weeks of Battery Life, Black - 010-02562-00
$164.99
goodr A Unicorn's Calamity Polarized Sunglasses, Medium Sized (OG), Black Solid Frames with Black Non-Reflective Glare Reducing Lenses, UV400 Protection, No Slip, No Bounce
$30.00
Honey Stinger Organic Fruit Smoothie Energy Gel, Gluten Free & Caffeine Free, for Exercise, Running and Performance, Sports Nutrition for Home & Gym, Pre and Mid Workout, 12 Pack, 13.2 Ounce
$16.96
Nathan Peak Running Hydration Waist Pack Belt w/Speed Draw Flask Water Bottle, 18oz/535 ml Push/Pull Race Cap, Expandable Zippered Stretch Pocket
$44.00
SIMARI Winter Gloves Women Men Ski Snow Gloves Liner Thermal Warm Touch Screen, Suit for Running, Cycling, Biking, Hiking, Driving, Walking, Typing, Freezer Work, Sports, Soccer, Shooting, Gaming 102
$13.99
Course Map
Train for this race
Find a local run club
Run clubs in Long Beach, CA host weekly group runs — a great way to prep for race day.
