Merry Miles- 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon by Califlow Runs
- Date Sat 19th December 2026
- Time 7:00AM PST
- Location Long Beach, California
- Price $42.33 - $48.69
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready to jingle all the way at the Merry Miles: Naughty or Nice Christmas Run on Saturday, December 19, 2026! This festive event takes place at 5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA, and offers a fun-filled day for runners and walkers of all ages. Participants can choose from three exciting race distances: a spirited 5K, a challenging 10K, or a scenic Half Marathon, all set against the beautiful coastal backdrop.
Dress up in your holiday best—whether it’s a Santa hat, elf ears, or a quirky Christmas sweater—and join in on the holiday cheer while supporting a great cause! Donations for the Long Beach Animal Shelter are encouraged, so bring along toys, treats, or blankets for our furry friends in need. With professional chip timing, festive photo ops, and finisher medals for everyone, this event is all about spreading joy and community spirit. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy holiday treats, hot cocoa, and a lively finish-line festival with DJ Claus spinning delightful remixes. Mark your calendars for this unforgettable holiday running experience!
Dress up in your holiday best—whether it’s a Santa hat, elf ears, or a quirky Christmas sweater—and join in on the holiday cheer while supporting a great cause! Donations for the Long Beach Animal Shelter are encouraged, so bring along toys, treats, or blankets for our furry friends in need. With professional chip timing, festive photo ops, and finisher medals for everyone, this event is all about spreading joy and community spirit. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy holiday treats, hot cocoa, and a lively finish-line festival with DJ Claus spinning delightful remixes. Mark your calendars for this unforgettable holiday running experience!
Organiser's Description
MERRY MILES: NAUGHTY OR NICE CHRISTMAS RUN
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2026
5400 E OCEAN BLVD LONG BEACH, CA 90803
ARE YOU ON THE NAUGHTY LIST OR THE NICE LIST THIS YEAR?
EITHER WAY, GRAB YOUR SANTA HATS, ELF EARS, OR THAT QUESTIONABLE HOLIDAY SWEATER AND COME JINGLE THOSE MILES AT THE MERRY MILES: NAUGHTY OR NICE RUN!
THIS FESTIVE COASTAL RUN IS ALL ABOUT HOLIDAY SPIRIT, GOOD VIBES, AND GIVING BACK PLUS, WERE COLLECTING DONATIONS FOR THE LONG BEACH ANIMAL SHELTER TO HELP LOCAL PETS IN NEED.
BRING A TOY, TREAT, BLANKET, OR BAG OF FOOD FROM THEIR WISH LIST (POSTED AT CHECK-IN) AND HELP SPREAD PAWSITIVE CHEER TO OUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIENDS WAITING FOR THEIR FOREVER HOMES.
FEMALE SIGN EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
SPARKLES PROFESSIONAL CHIP TIMING ON A FLAT, FAST COURSE
ELFIE STATIONS & FINISH-LINE PHOTO OPS GALORE
FINSHER MEDALS FOR ALL - OVERALL AND AGE GROUP AWARDS
COSTUMES ENCOURAGED! DRESS FESTIVE, FUNNY, OR FABULOUSLY EXTRA
COSTUME CONTEST WITH PRIZES
HOLIDAY TREATS & HOT COCOA AT THE FINISH-LINE FESTIVAL
DJ CLAUS SPINNING HOLIDAY REMIXES ALL MORNING
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
BIB PICK-UP: 6:00 AM 8:00 AM AT THE RACE READY ATHLETICS TENT
HALF MARATHON START: 7:00 AM
5K & 10K START: 8:00 AM
AWARDS: 9:30 AM
ALL FINISHERS RECEIVE A MEDAL, FREE RACE-DAY PHOTOS, AND YUMMY HOLIDAY SNACKS WHETHER YOUVE BEEN NAUGHTY, NICE, OR SOMEWHERE IN BETWEEN.
WHY WE RUN
BECAUSE GIVING BACK FEELS EVEN BETTER THAN CROSSING THE FINISH LINE.
YOUR DONATIONS TO THE LONG BEACH ANIMAL SHELTER HELP KEEP RESCUE PETS WARM, FED, AND FULL OF HOLIDAY HOPE. EVERY MILE = A TAIL WAG OF GRATITUDE.
WHY CALIFLOW RUNS
CALIFLOW RUNS CREATES INCLUSIVE, AFFORDABLE, AND HIGH-VIBE RACES THAT BRING RUNNERS AND WALKERS OF ALL PACES TOGETHER. WE KEEP IT LOW-KEY, COASTAL, AND FULL OF GOOD ENERGY BECAUSE FITNESS AND FUN SHOULD ALWAYS GO HAND IN HAND.
PARKING
$2.00 PER HOUR IN THE BEACH LOT OR STREET PARKING IS FREE
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2026
5400 E OCEAN BLVD LONG BEACH, CA 90803
ARE YOU ON THE NAUGHTY LIST OR THE NICE LIST THIS YEAR?
EITHER WAY, GRAB YOUR SANTA HATS, ELF EARS, OR THAT QUESTIONABLE HOLIDAY SWEATER AND COME JINGLE THOSE MILES AT THE MERRY MILES: NAUGHTY OR NICE RUN!
THIS FESTIVE COASTAL RUN IS ALL ABOUT HOLIDAY SPIRIT, GOOD VIBES, AND GIVING BACK PLUS, WERE COLLECTING DONATIONS FOR THE LONG BEACH ANIMAL SHELTER TO HELP LOCAL PETS IN NEED.
BRING A TOY, TREAT, BLANKET, OR BAG OF FOOD FROM THEIR WISH LIST (POSTED AT CHECK-IN) AND HELP SPREAD PAWSITIVE CHEER TO OUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIENDS WAITING FOR THEIR FOREVER HOMES.
FEMALE SIGN EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
SPARKLES PROFESSIONAL CHIP TIMING ON A FLAT, FAST COURSE
ELFIE STATIONS & FINISH-LINE PHOTO OPS GALORE
FINSHER MEDALS FOR ALL - OVERALL AND AGE GROUP AWARDS
COSTUMES ENCOURAGED! DRESS FESTIVE, FUNNY, OR FABULOUSLY EXTRA
COSTUME CONTEST WITH PRIZES
HOLIDAY TREATS & HOT COCOA AT THE FINISH-LINE FESTIVAL
DJ CLAUS SPINNING HOLIDAY REMIXES ALL MORNING
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
BIB PICK-UP: 6:00 AM 8:00 AM AT THE RACE READY ATHLETICS TENT
HALF MARATHON START: 7:00 AM
5K & 10K START: 8:00 AM
AWARDS: 9:30 AM
ALL FINISHERS RECEIVE A MEDAL, FREE RACE-DAY PHOTOS, AND YUMMY HOLIDAY SNACKS WHETHER YOUVE BEEN NAUGHTY, NICE, OR SOMEWHERE IN BETWEEN.
WHY WE RUN
BECAUSE GIVING BACK FEELS EVEN BETTER THAN CROSSING THE FINISH LINE.
YOUR DONATIONS TO THE LONG BEACH ANIMAL SHELTER HELP KEEP RESCUE PETS WARM, FED, AND FULL OF HOLIDAY HOPE. EVERY MILE = A TAIL WAG OF GRATITUDE.
WHY CALIFLOW RUNS
CALIFLOW RUNS CREATES INCLUSIVE, AFFORDABLE, AND HIGH-VIBE RACES THAT BRING RUNNERS AND WALKERS OF ALL PACES TOGETHER. WE KEEP IT LOW-KEY, COASTAL, AND FULL OF GOOD ENERGY BECAUSE FITNESS AND FUN SHOULD ALWAYS GO HAND IN HAND.
PARKING
$2.00 PER HOUR IN THE BEACH LOT OR STREET PARKING IS FREE
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