LONG BEACH SHORELINE PARK, Long Beach CA
Saturday, June 20th, 2026
Event Details
SATURDAY, June 20th, 2026
The SoCal Pirate's 5K/10K | Long Beach Shoreline Park
8:30 am MASS START for both 5k/10K Kid's Dash 8:00 am
About the Event
Be a part of the largest gathering of PIRATE's atmosphere in SO CAL. Ships Ahoy, the pirates have landed in Huntington Beach. A larger beach area for a larger pirate invasion at Bolsa Chica State Beach. The "Every Body" Pirate's run is themed throughout the course! Hidden treasures along the way. Make it a party or come to just run fast. It is a FLAT n FAST PAVED COURSE along the beach.
Location
Long Beach Shoreline Park. Parking is available at the structure across the Aquarium of the Pacific.
Course Description
- Type: A great paved path with ocean views!
- Surface: Flat and fast and wide enough for strollers.
- Accessibility: Walkers and dogs on leashes can stay to the right.
Participant Benefits
- Finisher Medal: The BEST EVER Custom Designed Pirate's themed finishers.
- T-Shirt: Pirate-themed event T-Shirt.
- Timing: Flat, fast course. CHIP TIMED by Itz About Time.
- Awards: Age Division Awards every 5-year age span to top three in each up to 85 and over!
Awards
Top Three Male/Female Awards. There are “In It To Win It” age categories 3 deep with 5-year age spans: 5k and 10K
1-10, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85 & over.
Race Packet Pickup
Early Race Packet Pickup will be at Sports Basement from 3pm to 7:00pm on Thursday, June 18th, 2025
Location: 2100 N Bellflower Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90815
(Note it is on a THURSDAY to avoid FRIDAY traffic, and give us time to set up at the race site on Friday. You can pick up for others. No ID required.)
Race Day Schedule
- 6:30 am: Vendors arrive and set up.
- 7:00 am-8:20: Registration OPEN
- 8:00: The Pirate’s 1-Mile Race
- 8:30 am: Start for 10K Run/Start of 5K Run/Walk
Entertainment
Captain Jack LIVE will be there to thoroughly entertain you.
7:45 to 8:00 Jack Sparrow Pirate demos fencing and entertains the crowd.
On-Stage Activities
- 8:00 and 8:15: Starts The Pirate’s 1-Mile Race and Little Pirate's KID's DASH.
- 8:10 to 8:20: Pirate's music will get you pumped.
- 8:20-8:25: Jack Sparrow leads a Pirate's Warm Up.
Proceeds and Impact
Caren Ware adopted a village in Nepal, the Himalayas near Everest Basecamp while running the Everest Marathon at 18,000. Proceeds from the races benefit ALL kinds of needs she RAN into while running a remote marathon on every continent. And get ready to read the newly released book...FINDING FIT! Signed copies will be available at the race.
FAQ
- Pets: Friendly Pets are allowed and must be leashed at all times and accompanied by a Run/Walk participant.
- Stroller: Families can bring strollers, but agree to use them at their own risk. Stay to your right.
- Medals: Only registered participants with a BIB will receive a finisher medal.
- Public Access: Note that the open public uses this path. There will be cyclists and other runners and walkers.
Race Information
Race will take place rain or shine or shipwrecked! Atlas, ye mattes, let's run!
For more details, visit the official race page: SoCal's Pirate's Run.
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