Holly Jolly 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon

Get ready to jingle all the way to the finish line at the Holly Jolly Run in sunny Santa Monica! This festive event offers a variety of race options, so there's something for every runner, from the speedy sprinters to the endurance enthusiasts. And if you're feeling extra merry, don't forget to dress up in your most festive holiday attire!

DETAILS

START LOCATION: 2000 Ocean Ave Santa Monica, CA US 90405 Google Maps [https://maps.app.goo.gl/fpAn2VNs99CTvLk87]

PARKING: We recommend the paid parking lot near the start line. Parking ranges from $10 to $15 depending on the time of the year. If you arrive before the attendant is on duty, you can pay at the machine near the lot entrance. If you park on the street, please read all signs carefully.

EVENT SCHEDULE:
6:20AM Bib pick-up opens at the start
7:00AM Half marathon start
7:30AM 5k & 10k start
10:20AM Course closes (3 hours, 20 minutes for the Half)

_Early start of 6:30am may be pre-arranged in advance for half marathoners, email your request to [email protected]. All early starters will not be eligible for awards._

OUT AND BACK COURSE

5k & 10k the 5k route is used for the 5k (one lap) and 10k (two laps) route here [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6226138849/]
Half Marathon a 4.37-mile route is used for the half. Runners do three laps route here [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6226142341/]

MORE ABOUT THE COURSE: This is an out and back course, meaning you will begin and finish in the same location.

Our courses are not closed, which means that there are often runners, walkers, and others enjoying the day along with you. Safety is must and all runners must stay on the pedestrian side of the beach path. The course never goes off the beach path.

ON-COURSE SUPPORT: Courses are well marked with two water stations and restrooms along the way. Turns will be clearly marked with chalk, a sign that says runner turn, and a flag.

HAVE ANOTHER QUESTION? Check our FAQ page [https://hightideruns.com/santa-monica%2C-ca-events], it's probably answered there!