5400 E Ocean, Long Beach CA
Sunday, September 27th, 2026
Take Me to Your Pizza
Alien Dash • 5K • 10K • Half Marathon
Event Details
- Date: Sunday, September 27
- Location: 5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90803
- Website: Register Here
- Theme: Run. Slice. Beam us up.
Race Description
- Celebration: Celebrate National Pepperoni Pizza Day the CaliFlow way — with coastal miles, alien sightings, and a finish line that delivers exactly what you’re thinking about: pizza.
- Experience: The Take Me to Your Pizza Alien Dash is a playful, out-of-this-world race experience where running meets ridiculous fun.
- Expectations: Ocean views, UFO-level energy, and a finish line party that’s equal parts weird, welcoming, and wildly fun.
Race Day Schedule
- Same Day Registration: Bib Pick-Up & Runner Check-In at 6:00 AM
- Start Times: Half Marathon: 7:00 AM; 5K & 10K: 8:00 AM; Family 1-Miler: 9:00 AM
- Kids Dash: 9:30 AM
Race Options
- Half Marathon: 13.1 miles of pepperoni-powered glory
- 10K & 5K: Saucy distances with coastal views
- Family Fun: Kids Dash & Family 1-Miler — fun for the whole galaxy
Why You’ll Love This Run
- Route: Flat, fast, scenic beach path
- Accessibility: Beginner- and walker-friendly
- Pet Policy: Dogs on leash welcome
- Additional Perks: Professional chip timing, overall & age group awards, free race-day photos, and finisher medals for all distances (pizza-themed)
Finish Line Fuel
- Celebration: Post-race pizza party featuring hot cheese and pepperoni slices
- Bonus Points: Alien + Pizza Costume Contest
- Photo Opportunities: UFO sightings along the course
Why CaliFlow Runs
- Philosophy: We believe running should be fun, inclusive, and a little weird (in the best way).
- Inclusivity: Our races welcome every pace, every story, and every reason you show up.
- Invitation: Take Me to Your Pizza is your invitation to run happy, laugh loud, and refuel properly.
