Happy New Year 2026 - 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon
- Date Thu 1st January 2026
- Time 7:00AM PST
- Location Long Beach, California
- Price $32.79 - $42.33
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Kick off the New Year in style at the Happy New Year 2026 Run, taking place on January 1, 2026, in the beautiful Long Beach, Los Angeles! This vibrant event offers an exciting way to welcome the year with three race distances: a 5K, 10K, and a Half Marathon, ensuring there's something for everyone, whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting your fitness journey.
As you race along Long Beach’s stunning coastline, you'll enjoy a festive atmosphere filled with cheers and camaraderie, making it a perfect way to celebrate new beginnings. Participants will receive a sparkling custom medal to commemorate their achievement, and there will be plenty of photo opportunities to capture the joy of your first victory of the year. Plus, join us for post-race refreshments and entertainment to toast your success! With check-in starting at 6:15 AM and races kicking off at 7:00 AM for the Half Marathon and 7:30 AM for both the 10K and 5K, it promises to be an unforgettable morning. Lace up your running shoes and join the fun as we make 2026 a year to remember!
As you race along Long Beach’s stunning coastline, you'll enjoy a festive atmosphere filled with cheers and camaraderie, making it a perfect way to celebrate new beginnings. Participants will receive a sparkling custom medal to commemorate their achievement, and there will be plenty of photo opportunities to capture the joy of your first victory of the year. Plus, join us for post-race refreshments and entertainment to toast your success! With check-in starting at 6:15 AM and races kicking off at 7:00 AM for the Half Marathon and 7:30 AM for both the 10K and 5K, it promises to be an unforgettable morning. Lace up your running shoes and join the fun as we make 2026 a year to remember!
Organiser's Description
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2026
5K, 10K & HALF MARATHON
LONG BEACH, CA
DATE: JANUARY 1, 2026
START THE YEAR OFF ON THE RIGHT FOOTLITERALLY! CELEBRATE THE FIRST DAY OF 2026 WITH THE HAPPY NEW YEAR 2026 RUN IN SUNNY LONG BEACH. WHETHER YOURE CHASING A PERSONAL BEST, KICKING OFF A NEW FITNESS JOURNEY, OR JUST LOOKING FOR A FUN AND FESTIVE WAY TO BEGIN THE YEAR, THIS RACE HAS IT ALL.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
FRESH START: KICK OFF 2026 WITH A SCENIC RUN ALONG LONG BEACHS GORGEOUS COASTLINE.
NEW YEARS MEDALS: CROSS THE FINISH LINE AND CLAIM YOUR SPARKLING CUSTOM MEDAL TO COMMEMORATE YOUR ACHIEVEMENT.
FESTIVE ATMOSPHERE: ENJOY THE CHEERS, CAMARADERIE, AND GOOD VIBES AS WE CELEBRATE A BRAND-NEW YEAR TOGETHER.
PHOTO OPS: CAPTURE YOUR FIRST VICTORY OF THE YEAR WITH STUNNING BACKDROPS AND FESTIVE D'ECOR.
POST-RACE CELEBRATION: TOAST TO YOUR SUCCESS WITH REFRESHMENTS AND FUN AFTER THE RACE.
WHY JOIN US?
THERES NO BETTER WAY TO WELCOME THE NEW YEAR THAN WITH A HEALTHY, POSITIVE, AND ENERGIZING EXPERIENCE. START THE YEAR STRONG, SHARE THE JOY WITH FELLOW RUNNERS, AND MAKE THIS JANUARY 1ST ONE TO REMEMBER.
REGISTRATION INCLUDES
CHECK MARK BUTTON TIMED RACE WITH A SCENIC COURSE
CHECK MARK BUTTON EXCLUSIVE HAPPY NEW YEAR 2026 FINISHER MEDAL
CHECK MARK BUTTON FREE RACE DAY PHOTOD
CHECK MARK BUTTON POST-RACE REFRESHMENTS AND ENTERTAINMENT
SCHEDULE
RACE DAY CHECK-IN: 6:15AM
START TIMES:
HALF MARATHON: 7:00AM
10K: 7:30AM
5K: 7:30AM
LETS MAKE 2026 UNFORGETTABLE FROM THE VERY START! LACE UP, HIT THE GROUND RUNNING, AND CELEBRATE A HAPPY NEW YEAR WITH THE RUNNING COMMUNITY.
REGISTER NOW
NEW YEAR, NEW GOALS, AND ONE INCREDIBLE RACE TO BEGIN IT ALLJOIN US FOR THE HAPPY NEW YEAR 2026 RUN!
5K, 10K & HALF MARATHON
LONG BEACH, CA
DATE: JANUARY 1, 2026
START THE YEAR OFF ON THE RIGHT FOOTLITERALLY! CELEBRATE THE FIRST DAY OF 2026 WITH THE HAPPY NEW YEAR 2026 RUN IN SUNNY LONG BEACH. WHETHER YOURE CHASING A PERSONAL BEST, KICKING OFF A NEW FITNESS JOURNEY, OR JUST LOOKING FOR A FUN AND FESTIVE WAY TO BEGIN THE YEAR, THIS RACE HAS IT ALL.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
FRESH START: KICK OFF 2026 WITH A SCENIC RUN ALONG LONG BEACHS GORGEOUS COASTLINE.
NEW YEARS MEDALS: CROSS THE FINISH LINE AND CLAIM YOUR SPARKLING CUSTOM MEDAL TO COMMEMORATE YOUR ACHIEVEMENT.
FESTIVE ATMOSPHERE: ENJOY THE CHEERS, CAMARADERIE, AND GOOD VIBES AS WE CELEBRATE A BRAND-NEW YEAR TOGETHER.
PHOTO OPS: CAPTURE YOUR FIRST VICTORY OF THE YEAR WITH STUNNING BACKDROPS AND FESTIVE D'ECOR.
POST-RACE CELEBRATION: TOAST TO YOUR SUCCESS WITH REFRESHMENTS AND FUN AFTER THE RACE.
WHY JOIN US?
THERES NO BETTER WAY TO WELCOME THE NEW YEAR THAN WITH A HEALTHY, POSITIVE, AND ENERGIZING EXPERIENCE. START THE YEAR STRONG, SHARE THE JOY WITH FELLOW RUNNERS, AND MAKE THIS JANUARY 1ST ONE TO REMEMBER.
REGISTRATION INCLUDES
CHECK MARK BUTTON TIMED RACE WITH A SCENIC COURSE
CHECK MARK BUTTON EXCLUSIVE HAPPY NEW YEAR 2026 FINISHER MEDAL
CHECK MARK BUTTON FREE RACE DAY PHOTOD
CHECK MARK BUTTON POST-RACE REFRESHMENTS AND ENTERTAINMENT
SCHEDULE
RACE DAY CHECK-IN: 6:15AM
START TIMES:
HALF MARATHON: 7:00AM
10K: 7:30AM
5K: 7:30AM
LETS MAKE 2026 UNFORGETTABLE FROM THE VERY START! LACE UP, HIT THE GROUND RUNNING, AND CELEBRATE A HAPPY NEW YEAR WITH THE RUNNING COMMUNITY.
REGISTER NOW
NEW YEAR, NEW GOALS, AND ONE INCREDIBLE RACE TO BEGIN IT ALLJOIN US FOR THE HAPPY NEW YEAR 2026 RUN!
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5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, 90803, CA, United States
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