5400 Ocean Ave, Long Beach CA
Sunday, January 18th, 2026
🦭 Embrace Winter with the Polar Bear Run!
Are you ready to embrace winter in all its glory? The Polar Bear Run is calling all runners, adventurers, and cold-weather warriors!
🌴 Why Choose CaliFlow Runs?
- Inclusive Events: CaliFlow Runs is dedicated to creating inclusive, energetic, and community-driven running events that celebrate you.
- Community Focus: We bring people together to promote health, wellness, and positive vibes through races that are accessible and fun.
- Unique Culture: Our events are infused with the unique culture of the Golden State.
- Open to All: Everyone - Runners, Walkers, Strollers - All are welcome.
🏃♂️ About Our Courses
- Shared Path: Our courses are open, which means you'll be sharing the path with other runners, walkers, and beachgoers.
- Safety First: Safety is our top priority, so please stay on the pedestrian side of the beach path.
- Well-Marked: The courses are well-marked, with water stations and restrooms available along the way.
- Detailed Information: For course details, visit Course Information.
📅 Bib Pick-Up and Start Times
- Bib Pick-Up: 6:00 AM End 7:35 AM at the Race Ready Athletics Tent
- Half Marathon Start: 7:00 AM
- 5K, 10K Start: 7:30 AM
- Location: 5400 Ocean Ave, Long Beach, CA US 90803
🚗 Parking Information
- Street Parking: Street parking is free.
- Parking Machines: $2.00 per hour.
🏅 Awards
- Medals: The top 3 men and women in each distance will receive a medal.
- Ceremony for 5K/10K: Podium awards ceremony at 8:45 AM
- Ceremony for Half Marathon: Podium awards ceremony at 9:30 AM
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
For more information, visit FAQ.
🌟 Join Us!
Be part of this exciting event on January 18, 2026. For more details, check out the official race page.
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