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Sunday, November 8th, 2026
780 E Shoreline Dr., Long Beach CA
5K · 10K · 10 Miles · Half
54–73°F · low rain risk
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2025
60–71°F
dry
2024
48–72°F
dry
2023
53–77°F
dry
2022
56–67°F
rain
2021
55–67°F
dry
2020
52–62°F
dry
2019
53–85°F
dry
2018
56–79°F
dry
2017
56–75°F
dry
2016
55–86°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Sunday, Nov 8
Cloudy · 72–80°F
Sunday, Nov 8starts near 72°F · 1% chance of rain · wind up to 9 mph
About this race
Candy and chocolate season is over, pie and cookie season is coming, but you know what we really want? Donuts!
Race Details
Start Location: Alamitos Beach, 780 E Shoreline Dr. Long Beach, CA
Parking: Parking in the lot is $2/hour and starts at 8am, if you are running the Half/10m you can use the Passport app to pay for parking. Street parking is free.
Event Schedule
Saturday
1-3pm – Early bib pick-up on the 2nd floor at Sports Basement Long Beach (store discount sent via email the week of the event & post event)
Sunday
6:20am – Bib pick-up opens
7:00am – Half marathon & 10m start
7:30am – 5k & 10k start
7:35am – Registration & start line close
10:20am – Course closes (3 hours, 20 minutes for the Half and 10m)
Early start of 6:30am may be pre-arranged for 10m and half marathoners only, email your request to [email protected]. All early starters will not be eligible for awards.
Out and Back Courses
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
More about the Course:
The beach path is an open course, so you will encounter others using it. When we start the race, please stay on the right side of the beach path . The right side is for pedestrians and the left side is for cyclists.
On-Course Support:
A fully stocked water station is located along the course. The finish line will also have an aid station stocked with water, electrolytes, and snacks. We have a first aid kit at each station and all High Tides Crew Members have received CPR training. 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.
Medals: All finishers earn a race medal. 1st place medals are given to the overall 1st male and female in each distance.
Results: A link for race results and photos will be sent the day after the race. 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, Santa Monica, Fountain Valley, and San Diego. Register for multiple races at a time to earn a discount. Check our full schedule
Have Another Question? Check our FAQ page, it's probably answered there!
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