Last Dash Before Midnight 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon

  • Date Wed 31st December 2025
  • Time 7:00AM EST
  • Location Long Beach, California
  • Price $32.79 - $42.33
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon

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Event summary

Get ready to ring in the New Year with a bang at the Last Dash Before Midnight, taking place on December 31, 2025, in beautiful Long Beach, Los Angeles! This exciting event features a scenic course along the stunning Santa Monica coastline, offering participants the choice of racing distances: a 5K, 10K, or a Half Marathon. Whether youโ€™re aiming for a personal best or simply want to soak up the festive atmosphere, this race is the perfect way to close out 2024 on a high note.

Join fellow runners in a celebration filled with sparkling lights, cheerful music, and a countdown to midnight. Cross the finish line to receive a unique year-end medal, capture memorable moments with themed backdrops, and enjoy post-race refreshments, including a celebratory toast to the New Year. With check-in starting at 6:15 AM and race times set for 7:30 AM, this event promises a vibrant community experience that combines fitness, fun, and festive cheer. Sign up now and dash into 2025 surrounded by positivity and joy!

Organiser's Description

LAST DASH BEFORE MIDNIGHT

5K, 10K & HALF MARATHON
SANTA MONICA, CA
DATE: DECEMBER 31ST

RING IN THE NEW YEAR WITH ONE FINAL VICTORY OF 2024! THE LAST DASH BEFORE MIDNIGHT IS YOUR CHANCE TO LACE UP, HIT THE SCENIC SANTA MONICA COASTLINE, AND END THE YEAR ON A HIGH NOTE. WHETHER YOURE SETTING A NEW PERSONAL BEST OR JUST SOAKING UP THE FESTIVE VIBES, THIS RACE IS THE PERFECT WAY TO CELEBRATE THE CLOSING OF ONE CHAPTER AND THE START OF ANOTHER.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
COASTAL CHARM: RUN ALONG THE BEAUTIFUL SANTA MONICA BEACH PATH WITH BREATHTAKING OCEAN VIEWS.
FESTIVE ATMOSPHERE: CELEBRATE THE NEW YEAR WITH SPARKLING LIGHTS, CHEERFUL MUSIC, AND A COUNTDOWN TO MIDNIGHT.
YEAR-END MEDALS: CROSS THE FINISH LINE AND COLLECT A STUNNING MEDAL COMMEMORATING YOUR FINAL RACE OF THE YEAR.
PHOTO OPS: SNAP MEMORABLE SHOTS WITH THEMED BACKDROPS AND THE SPARKLING NIGHT SKY.
POST-RACE CELEBRATION: ENJOY REFRESHMENTS, BUBBLY BEVERAGES, AND A FESTIVE TOAST TO THE YEAR AHEAD.

WHY JOIN US?
THERES NO BETTER WAY TO FINISH THE YEAR THAN WITH AN UNFORGETTABLE RUN SURROUNDED BY A POSITIVE, ENERGETIC COMMUNITY. CELEBRATE YOUR LOVE FOR RUNNING, REFLECT ON THE YEARS ACHIEVEMENTS, AND DASH INTO 2025 WITH STRENGTH AND JOY!

REGISTRATION INCLUDES
CHECK MARK BUTTON TIMED RACE WITH A SCENIC COURSE
CHECK MARK BUTTON LAST DASH FINISHER MEDAL
CHECK MARK BUTTON FREE RACE PHOTOS
CHECK MARK BUTTON POST-RACE REFRESHMENTS AND A NEW YEARS TOAST

SCHEDULE
RACE DAY CHECK-IN: 6:15 AM
START TIMES:

HALF MARATHON00AM
10K: 7:30 AM
5K: 7:30 AM

START YOUR NEW YEARS EVE OFF WITH PURPOSE, POSITIVITY, AND A LITTLE SWEAT. LETS DASH INTO MIDNIGHT TOGETHER!

Races

  • 5k

    Incl. $2.80 Fee

    Wed 31st December 2025 (7:30AM EST)

    $32.79

  • 10k

    Incl. $2.98 Fee

    Wed 31st December 2025 (7:30AM EST)

    $35.97

  • Half Marathon

    Incl. $3.34 Fee

    Wed 31st December 2025 (7:00AM EST)

    $42.33

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Location

2000 Ocean Ave, Long Beach, 90803, CA, United States

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