Never Say Die Run 5K. 10K. Half Marathon An 80s Nostalgia Adventure Run
- Date Sun 16th August 2026
- Time 7:00AM PDT
- Location Long Beach, California
- Price $46.57 - $60.35
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for a blast from the past at the Never Say Die Run, happening on Sunday, August 16, 2026, in the picturesque Long Beach, Los Angeles! This exciting event is not just a race; it's an 80s nostalgia adventure run that features three race distances: the 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon. Starting bright and early, the Half Marathon kicks off at 7:00 AM, followed by the 5K and 10K at 8:00 AM.
Join fellow adventurers along the stunning Long Beach coastline for a morning filled with treasure hunt vibes, retro energy, and epic medals. This family-friendly event welcomes runners of all levels, including strollers and furry friends! With professional chip timing, free race-day photos, on-course water stations, and a lively finish line party featuring a DJ, this is an experience you won't want to miss. Plus, your participation supports the Santa Ana Hamster Rescue, ensuring that even the smallest creatures receive the care they deserve. Lace up your shoes, gather your crew, and prepare for a memorable journey that combines fitness, fun, and a heartwarming cause!
Join fellow adventurers along the stunning Long Beach coastline for a morning filled with treasure hunt vibes, retro energy, and epic medals. This family-friendly event welcomes runners of all levels, including strollers and furry friends! With professional chip timing, free race-day photos, on-course water stations, and a lively finish line party featuring a DJ, this is an experience you won't want to miss. Plus, your participation supports the Santa Ana Hamster Rescue, ensuring that even the smallest creatures receive the care they deserve. Lace up your shoes, gather your crew, and prepare for a memorable journey that combines fitness, fun, and a heartwarming cause!
Organiser's Description
SKULL AND CROSSBONES NEVER SAY DIE RUN
5K 10K HALF MARATHON
AN 80S NOSTALGIA ADVENTURE RUN
5400 E OCEAN BLVD, LONG BEACH, CA 90803
AUGUST 16TH
ALARM CLOCK HALF MARATHON START: 7:00 AM
ALARM CLOCK 5K & 10K START: 8:00 AM
FOR THE GOONIES, MISFITS, REBELS, AND RUNNERS
SOME ADVENTURES NEVER DIE.
GRAB YOUR CREW AND HEAD TO THE LONG BEACH COASTLINE FOR A RETRO-INSPIRED MORNING PACKED WITH TREASURE HUNT VIBES, BEACHSIDE MILES, NOSTALGIC ENERGY, EPIC MEDALS, AND CALIFLOW FUN. THIS ISNT JUST A RACE ITS AN ADVENTURE.
THIS SPECIAL EVENT BENEFITS SANTA ANA HAMSTER RESCUE, HELPING PROVIDE CARE, EDUCATION, AND LOVING HOMES FOR RESCUED HAMSTERS. BECAUSE EVEN THE SMALLEST CREATURES DESERVE HEROES.
WHETHER YOURE TAKING ON THE 5K, 10K, OR HALF MARATHON, YOUR MILES WILL HELP SUPPORT TINY LIVES THAT NEED BIG HEARTS.
WHAT YOULL GET
CHECK MARK PROFESSIONAL CHIP TIMING
CHECK MARK FREE RACE-DAY PHOTOS
CHECK MARK 3 ON-COURSE WATER STATIONS
CHECK MARK FINISHER MEDALS FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS
CHECK MARK OVERALL & AGE GROUP AWARDS
CHECK MARK RETRO ADVENTURE-THEMED FUN
CHECK MARK FINISH LINE PARTY & DJ
CHECK MARK SCENIC BEACH PATH COURSE
CHECK MARK HAMSTER CARE EDUCATION ON-SITE
CHECK MARK ADOPTABLE HAMSTERS READY TO MEET YOU
THIS IS A BEGINNER-FRIENDLY, STROLLER-FRIENDLY, AND DOG-FRIENDLY OUT-AND-BACK COURSE ALONG THE BEAUTIFUL LONG BEACH COASTLINE WITH OCEAN VIEWS AND NONSTOP GOOD VIBES.
SO GATHER YOUR CREW, LACE UP YOUR SHOES, AND GET READY FOR A NOSTALGIC COASTAL ADVENTURE YOU WONT FORGET.
BECAUSE THE ADVENTURE STARTS AT THE STARTING LINE.
SKULL AND CROSSBONES MISFITS WELCOME.
5K 10K HALF MARATHON
AN 80S NOSTALGIA ADVENTURE RUN
5400 E OCEAN BLVD, LONG BEACH, CA 90803
AUGUST 16TH
ALARM CLOCK HALF MARATHON START: 7:00 AM
ALARM CLOCK 5K & 10K START: 8:00 AM
FOR THE GOONIES, MISFITS, REBELS, AND RUNNERS
SOME ADVENTURES NEVER DIE.
GRAB YOUR CREW AND HEAD TO THE LONG BEACH COASTLINE FOR A RETRO-INSPIRED MORNING PACKED WITH TREASURE HUNT VIBES, BEACHSIDE MILES, NOSTALGIC ENERGY, EPIC MEDALS, AND CALIFLOW FUN. THIS ISNT JUST A RACE ITS AN ADVENTURE.
THIS SPECIAL EVENT BENEFITS SANTA ANA HAMSTER RESCUE, HELPING PROVIDE CARE, EDUCATION, AND LOVING HOMES FOR RESCUED HAMSTERS. BECAUSE EVEN THE SMALLEST CREATURES DESERVE HEROES.
WHETHER YOURE TAKING ON THE 5K, 10K, OR HALF MARATHON, YOUR MILES WILL HELP SUPPORT TINY LIVES THAT NEED BIG HEARTS.
WHAT YOULL GET
CHECK MARK PROFESSIONAL CHIP TIMING
CHECK MARK FREE RACE-DAY PHOTOS
CHECK MARK 3 ON-COURSE WATER STATIONS
CHECK MARK FINISHER MEDALS FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS
CHECK MARK OVERALL & AGE GROUP AWARDS
CHECK MARK RETRO ADVENTURE-THEMED FUN
CHECK MARK FINISH LINE PARTY & DJ
CHECK MARK SCENIC BEACH PATH COURSE
CHECK MARK HAMSTER CARE EDUCATION ON-SITE
CHECK MARK ADOPTABLE HAMSTERS READY TO MEET YOU
THIS IS A BEGINNER-FRIENDLY, STROLLER-FRIENDLY, AND DOG-FRIENDLY OUT-AND-BACK COURSE ALONG THE BEAUTIFUL LONG BEACH COASTLINE WITH OCEAN VIEWS AND NONSTOP GOOD VIBES.
SO GATHER YOUR CREW, LACE UP YOUR SHOES, AND GET READY FOR A NOSTALGIC COASTAL ADVENTURE YOU WONT FORGET.
BECAUSE THE ADVENTURE STARTS AT THE STARTING LINE.
SKULL AND CROSSBONES MISFITS WELCOME.
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5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, 90803, CA, United States
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