Dog Days of Summer – 5K, 10K, 10M, and Half Marathon

🐾 Event Overview

Paws up! We’re bringing the fun to a brand new spot down the beach! ☀️ Join us at Alamitos Beach on August 2nd for the Dog Days of Summer Run, a sun-soaked celebration of good vibes, wagging tails, and coastal miles. Whether you're chasing a new PR or just cruising the beach path, this feel-good race is your chance to run wild, stay cool, and soak up every last drop of summer.

🤝 Nonprofit Partnership

• Nonprofit Partner: Our nonprofit partners at K9 Kismet will be joining us for the Dog Days of Summer!
• Doggie Dash: Join us after the 5k for a doggie dash with your pup to get race photos together!
• Post-Race Treats: There will be treats post-race!

📍 Race Details

• Start Location: Alamitos Beach, 380 E Shoreline Dr. Long Beach, CA
• Parking: Parking in the local lots is usually $2/hour and starts at 8am: street parking is free.
• Half/10m Parking: You can use the Passport app to pay for parking.

🗓️ Event Schedule

• 6:20am: Bib pick-up opens
• 7:00am: Half marathon & 10m start
• 7:30am: 5k & 10k start
• 10:20am: Course closes (3 hours, 20 minutes for the Half and 10m)

Early start of 6:30am may be pre-arranged for half marathoners, email your request to events@hightideruns.com. All early starters will not be eligible for awards.

🏃‍♂️ Course Information

• 5k & 10k: The 5k route is used for the 5k (one lap) and 10k (two laps) – 5k route
• 10m: The 5m route is used for the 10m (two laps) – 5m route
• Half: The 5m route is run twice and the 5k route is run once for the Half – 5m route and 5k route

🍉 On-Course Support

• Water Stations: A fully stocked water station is located at the Belmont Pier. The finish line will also have an aid station stocked with water, gatorade, gels, and fruit snacks.
• First Aid: We have a first aid kit at each station and all High Tides Crew Members have received CPR training.
• Course Markings: The turns are clearly marked with chalk, a runner turn sign, and a flag.

🎖️ Final Details

• Bib: Please wear your race bib on the front of your shirt so we can track your time and send your pics!
• Gear Check: You may leave personal items with staff at the registration tent. Please bring your own bag.
• Awards: 1st place medals are given to the overall 1st male and female in each distance.
• Results & Photos: An email with race results and photos will be sent the day after the race and earlier on Instagram. Race photos are free!

🌟 Join Us Again

Did you have a blast running with us at our low-pressure, high vibes race? We have themed races throughout the year in Long Beach, the San Fernando Valley, and Orange County. Register for multiple races at a time to earn a discount. Check our full schedule

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