Día de Muertos - Viva la Vida - 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon by Califlow Runs
- Date Sun 1st November 2026
- Time 7:00AM PST
- Location Long beach, California
- Price $27.50 - $57.17
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join the vibrant celebration at the Día de Muertos - Viva la Vida race on Sunday, November 1, 2026, in the beautiful Long Beach, Los Angeles. This exciting event features a range of race distances, including a thrilling Half Marathon, a spirited 10K, and a fun-filled 5K, all set against the stunning backdrop of the California coastline.
Embrace the lively spirit of the Day of the Dead as you run your heart out, honoring loved ones and celebrating life. The race kicks off with the Half Marathon starting at 7:00 AM, followed by the 5K and 10K at 8:00 AM. Dress to impress for the costume contest—whether you're adorned with marigolds or rocking an elaborate skull face paint, your creativity will shine! With epic photo stops, water stations, and a community atmosphere that radiates high vibes, this event promises to be more than just a race; it's a movement. Don't miss out on this unforgettable day of running, culture, and camaraderie!
Embrace the lively spirit of the Day of the Dead as you run your heart out, honoring loved ones and celebrating life. The race kicks off with the Half Marathon starting at 7:00 AM, followed by the 5K and 10K at 8:00 AM. Dress to impress for the costume contest—whether you're adorned with marigolds or rocking an elaborate skull face paint, your creativity will shine! With epic photo stops, water stations, and a community atmosphere that radiates high vibes, this event promises to be more than just a race; it's a movement. Don't miss out on this unforgettable day of running, culture, and camaraderie!
Organiser's Description
VIVA LA VIDA 5K, 10K & HALF MARATHON
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2 | LONG BEACH, CA
START/FINISH: 5400 E OCEAN BLVD
CELEBRATE LIFE, HONOR THOSE WHO CAME BEFORE US, AND RUN YOUR HEART OUT AT OUR DAY OF THE DEAD-INSPIRED RACE BY THE BEACH. DRESS TO IMPRESSOUR COSTUME CONTEST IS ON! WHETHER YOU'RE DECKED OUT IN MARIGOLDS, SKULL FACE PAINT, OR A FULL-ON ALTAR ON YOUR BACK (HEY, WEVE SEEN IT ALL), THIS RUN IS ABOUT HONORING TRADITIONS AND HAVING A BLAST.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
TWO START TIMES FOR THE DIFFERENT DISTANCES
HALF MARATHON: 7:00 AM
5K & 10K: 8:00 AM
BIB PICK-UP (RUNNER CHECK IN): 600 AM @ THE RACE READY ATHLETICS TENT
COURSE CUT-OFF: 10:30 AM SHARP
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:
VIVA LA VIDAFINISHER MEDALS
FREE RACE-DAY PHOTOS
STOPWATCH CHIP-TIMED WITH AWARDS
WATER STATIONS & RESTROOMS ON COURSE
STROLLER-FRIENDLY, BEGINNER-WELCOMING
EPIC PHOTO STOPS
COSTUME CONTEST PRIZES
WHY CALIFLOW RUNS?
WE'RE NOT JUST A RACEWE'RE A MOVEMENT. EXPECT HIGH VIBES, COMMUNITY SPIRIT, AND THEMES THAT MAKE YOU SAY "WAIT, WHAT?!" WHETHER YOU'RE CHASING A PR OR JUST VIBING IN YOUR SKELETON JUMPSUIT, YOU BELONG HERE.
#VIVALAVIDARUN #DAYOFTHEDEADRUN #LONGBEACHRACES #RUNWITHPURPOSE #CALIFLOWRUNS #RUNTHELBC #CELEBRATELIFERUN
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2 | LONG BEACH, CA
START/FINISH: 5400 E OCEAN BLVD
CELEBRATE LIFE, HONOR THOSE WHO CAME BEFORE US, AND RUN YOUR HEART OUT AT OUR DAY OF THE DEAD-INSPIRED RACE BY THE BEACH. DRESS TO IMPRESSOUR COSTUME CONTEST IS ON! WHETHER YOU'RE DECKED OUT IN MARIGOLDS, SKULL FACE PAINT, OR A FULL-ON ALTAR ON YOUR BACK (HEY, WEVE SEEN IT ALL), THIS RUN IS ABOUT HONORING TRADITIONS AND HAVING A BLAST.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
TWO START TIMES FOR THE DIFFERENT DISTANCES
HALF MARATHON: 7:00 AM
5K & 10K: 8:00 AM
BIB PICK-UP (RUNNER CHECK IN): 600 AM @ THE RACE READY ATHLETICS TENT
COURSE CUT-OFF: 10:30 AM SHARP
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:
VIVA LA VIDAFINISHER MEDALS
FREE RACE-DAY PHOTOS
STOPWATCH CHIP-TIMED WITH AWARDS
WATER STATIONS & RESTROOMS ON COURSE
STROLLER-FRIENDLY, BEGINNER-WELCOMING
EPIC PHOTO STOPS
COSTUME CONTEST PRIZES
WHY CALIFLOW RUNS?
WE'RE NOT JUST A RACEWE'RE A MOVEMENT. EXPECT HIGH VIBES, COMMUNITY SPIRIT, AND THEMES THAT MAKE YOU SAY "WAIT, WHAT?!" WHETHER YOU'RE CHASING A PR OR JUST VIBING IN YOUR SKELETON JUMPSUIT, YOU BELONG HERE.
#VIVALAVIDARUN #DAYOFTHEDEADRUN #LONGBEACHRACES #RUNWITHPURPOSE #CALIFLOWRUNS #RUNTHELBC #CELEBRATELIFERUN
Races
Reviews
Done this event?
First-hand event reviews from people who have been there, done that and got the breathable T-shirt, really help everyone choose their next event.
Add a reviewLocation
5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long beach, 90815, CA, United States
Who's In
See who else is doing this event
Be the first
No-one has marked this event as 'Doing' or 'Maybe' yet. Will you be the first?
Día de Muertos - Viva la Vida - 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon by Califlow Runs
