Gobble Ghoul and Holly Run 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon

  • Date Sun 12th October 2025
  • Time 7:00AM PDT
  • Location Long Beach, California
  • Price $35.97 - $42.33
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable holiday celebration at the Gobble Ghoul and Holly Run on Sunday, October 12, 2025, in beautiful Long Beach, Los Angeles! This exciting event combines the festive spirit of Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas into one epic running experience. Participants can choose from three race distances: a 5K, 10K, or the challenging Half Marathon, all set along a stunning out-and-back course along the shoreline.

Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to have fun, this event welcomes everyone—runners, walkers, and even stroller warriors! The festivities kick off bright and early, with runner check-in starting at 6:00 AM and the Half Marathon beginning at 7:00 AM, followed by the other distances at 7:30 AM. Join in the holiday spirit by dressing up in your favorite costumes or festive sweaters, and enjoy music, festive snacks, and a lively finish line party complete with awards and prizes. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to celebrate all three holidays in one joyful morning! Mark your calendars and get ready to make some wonderful memories!

Organiser's Description

GOBBLE, GHOUL & HOLLY RUN
ONE RACE. THREE HOLIDAYS. ALL THE VIBES.

CANT DECIDE WHICH HOLIDAY IS YOUR FAVORITEHALLOWEEN, THANKSGIVING, OR CHRISTMAS? GOOD NEWS: YOU DONT HAVE TO. THE GOBBLE, GHOUL & HOLLY RUN MASHES UP THE BEST PARTS OF FALL AND WINTER INTO ONE EPIC CELEBRATION ON THE RUN!

COME IN COSTUME.
GOBBLE LIKE YOU MEAN IT.
ROCK THAT HOLIDAY SWEATER.
IF YOU ONLY RUN ONE RACE THIS YEARMAKE IT THIS ONE.


RACE DAY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 12
RUNNER CHECK-IN & SAME-DAY REGISTRATION OPENS AT 6:00 AM
5400 OCEAN BLVD, LONG BEACH, CA 90803 (LOOK FOR OUR EASY-UP TENTS NEAR CRESCENT BAY PARK)


DISTANCES:
CHOOSE YOUR CHALLENGE:
5K 10K HALF MARATHON
ALL DISTANCES ARE ON A BEAUTIFUL OUT-AND-BACK COURSE ALONG THE SHORELINE WITH WATER STATIONS, HIGH FIVES, AND LOTS OF HOLIDAY SPIRIT.

HALF MARATHON START: 7:00 AM
ALL OTHER DISTANCES START: 7:30 AM

AFTER THE FINISH:
STICK AROUND FOR:

FESTIVE SNACKS & DRINKS
COSTUME CONTEST WITH PRIZES
FREE DOWNLOADABLE RACE PHOTOS
HOLIDAY CHEER OVERLOAD (YOUVE BEEN WARNED)

FEMALE SIGN WHO CAN JOIN?
EVERYONE! RUNNERS, WALKERS, STROLLER WARRIORSCALIFLOW RUNS ARE OPEN TO ALL PACES AND ALL FACES. COME SOLO OR BRING THE WHOLE FAMILY!


WHAT YOU GET:
FINISHER MEDALS FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS
OVERALL & AGE GROUP AWARDS
STOPWATCH CHIP TIMING ON A USATF-CERTIFIED COURSE
EPIC PHOTO OPS + FREE RACE DAY PICS
3 ON-COURSE WATER STATIONS
DJ-POWERED FINISH LINE PARTY
AWARDS CEREMONY CELEBRATION
ALL THE HOLIDAY MASH-UP FEELS YOU CAN HANDLE
PARKING INFO:
STREET PARKING IS FREE
BEACH LOT IS $2/HOUR



SIGN UP NOW AND CELEBRATE THREE HOLIDAYS IN ONE UNFORGETTABLE MORNING!

Races

  • 5k

    Incl. $2.98 Fee

    Sun 12th October 2025 (7:30AM PDT)

    $35.97

  • 10k

    Incl. $3.10 Fee

    Sun 12th October 2025 (7:30AM PDT)

    $38.09

  • Half Marathon

    Incl. $3.34 Fee

    Sun 12th October 2025 (7:00AM PDT)

    $42.33

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Location

5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, 90803, CA, United States

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