Last Dash Before Midnight 5k, 10k, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs

Thursday, December 31, 2026
7:00 AM PST
Long Beach, California
$42.33–$52.93 · 3 races
5km, 10km, Half Marathon

Event summary

Get ready to kick off your New Year's Eve celebrations with the Last Dash Before Midnight 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon in Long Beach, Los Angeles! On December 31, 2026, join fellow runners at 5400 E Ocean Blvd for an exhilarating morning filled with miles, music, and stunning ocean views. The event features three exciting race distances: the Half Marathon starting at 7:00 AM, followed by the 10K and 5K at 8:00 AM.

This vibrant event promises good vibes and a spirited atmosphere, making it the perfect way to end the year on a high note. Participants can look forward to professional chip timing, free race photos, on-course water stations, and a fabulous finisher medal. With awards for overall and age group winners, and a fun finish-line energy, this race is not just about running—it's about celebrating the accomplishments of the year. Lace up your shoes, embrace the excitement, and join the fun as you run into the New Year with a smile!

Races

  • 5k

    Incl. $3.34 Fee

    8:00 AM PST

    $42.33

    Register
  • 10k

    Incl. $3.58 Fee

    8:00 AM PST

    $46.57

    Register
  • Half Marathon

    Incl. $3.94 Fee

    7:00 AM PST

    $52.93

    Register

Organiser's description

LAST DASH BEFORE MIDNIGHT LONG BEACH EDITION
5K 10K HALF MARATHON
5400 E OCEAN BLVD, LONG BEACH, CA
DECEMBER 31, 2025


RACE MORNING SCHEDULE
LOCATION: 5400 E OCEAN BLVD, LONG BEACH
CHECK-IN & BIB PICKUP: 6:00 AM
RIGHT ARROW BIB PICKUP WILL TAKE PLACE AT THE RACE READY TENTS

SAME DAY REGISTRATION IS ALSO AT THE RACE READY ATHLETIC TENTS

START TIMES
HALF MARATHON 7:00 AM
10K & 5K 8:00 AM


ABOUT THE RACE
END THE YEAR WITH MILES, MUSIC, OCEAN VIEWS, AND GOOD VIBES. LAST DASH BEFORE MIDNIGHT IS YOUR CHANCE TO LACE UP, MOVE YOUR BODY, AND CELEBRATE ONE FINAL RUN BEFORE THE YEAR WRAPS UP. COME FOR THE RUN, STAY FOR THE FUN THIS IS A CLASSIC CALIFLOW MORNING.


SPARKLES WHAT YOU GET

STOPWATCH PROFESSIONAL CHIP TIMING
FREE RACE PHOTOS
3 ON-COURSE WATER STATIONS
FINISHER MEDAL

OVERALL AND AGE GROUP AWARDS
FUN FINISH-LINE ENERGY
SCENIC LONG BEACH COASTAL COURSE


FINISH STRONG
KICK OFF NEW YEARS EVE WITH A RUN, A SMILE, AND THAT I DID IT FEELING THEN GO ENJOY THE REST OF YOUR DAY KNOWING YOU ENDED THE YEAR ON A HIGH NOTE.

RUN FIRST. CELEBRATE LATER.

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Location

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

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