Night of the Running Dead 5K, 10K, 1 Miler, Half Marathon SummerWeen Series by Califlow Runs
- Date Sat 29th August 2026
- Time 5:00PM PDT
- Location Long Beach, California
- Price $27.50 - $59.29
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for a thrilling experience at the Night of the Running Dead, happening on Saturday, August 29, 2026, in the vibrant Long Beach area of Los Angeles! This exciting event offers a variety of race distances to suit every participant: tackle the challenging Half Marathon, dash through the 10K or 5K, or enjoy a fun-filled 1 Miler.
As dusk falls, the beach path transforms into a haunting playground filled with glowing lights and eerie energy. Whether you're racing for a personal best or just looking to have a blast, this is an unforgettable night where costumes are highly encouraged—think zombies, survivors, or anything from your favorite horror flick! With a flat and fast course, professional chip timing, instant results, and even a DJ to keep the energy high, the Night of the Running Dead promises an exhilarating atmosphere for runners, walkers, and everyone in between. Join the undead and experience the adrenaline, community spirit, and a bit of chaos under the stars! Don’t miss out on this unique race experience!
As dusk falls, the beach path transforms into a haunting playground filled with glowing lights and eerie energy. Whether you're racing for a personal best or just looking to have a blast, this is an unforgettable night where costumes are highly encouraged—think zombies, survivors, or anything from your favorite horror flick! With a flat and fast course, professional chip timing, instant results, and even a DJ to keep the energy high, the Night of the Running Dead promises an exhilarating atmosphere for runners, walkers, and everyone in between. Join the undead and experience the adrenaline, community spirit, and a bit of chaos under the stars! Don’t miss out on this unique race experience!
Organiser's Description
MALE SIGN NIGHT OF THE RUNNING DEAD
5K 10K 1 MILER HALF MARATHON
5400 E OCEAN BLVD, LONG BEACH, CA
SATURDAY NIGHT AUGUST 29
CHECK-IN & REGISTRATION: 4:00 PM
START TIMES | HALF: 5:00 PM | 5K & 10K: 6:30 PM | 1 MILER: 6:45 PM
ABOUT THE EVENT
WHEN THE SUN GOES DOWN THEY RISE.
WELCOME TO NIGHT OF THE RUNNING DEADA PULSE-POUNDING, AFTER-DARK RACE WHERE THE BEACH PATH TRANSFORMS INTO A HAUNTING PLAYGROUND OF GLOWING LIGHTS, EERIE ENERGY, AND UNDEAD VIBES.
WHETHER YOURE RUNNING FOR TIME, RUNNING FOR FUN, OR JUST TRYING TO SURVIVE THE NIGHT THIS IS ONE EVENT YOU WONT FORGET.
COSTUMES ARE HIGHLY ENCOURAGEDZOMBIES, SURVIVORS, OR ANYTHING STRAIGHT OUT OF YOUR FAVORITE HORROR SCENE.
WHAT TO EXPECT
CHECK MARK FLAT, FAST BEACH PATH COURSE
CHECK MARK PROFESSIONAL CHIP TIMING STOPWATCH
CHECK MARK INSTANT CHRONOTRACK RESULTS (WITHIN MINUTES)
CHECK MARK FREE RACE-DAY PHOTOS NO UPSELLS, EVER
CHECK MARK FINISHER MEDALS FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS
CHECK MARK OVERALL & AGE GROUP AWARDS
CHECK MARK MULTIPLE ON-COURSE WATER STATIONS
CHECK MARK DJ, LIGHTS & EERIE AFTER-DARK ATMOSPHERE
CHECK MARK COSTUME CONTEST ZOMBIES, CREEPERS & CREATURES FEMALE SIGN
CHECK MARK RUNNERS, WALKERS, AND ALL SURVIVAL PACES WELCOME
THE VIBE AFTER DARK SURVIVAL MODE
AT CALIFLOW RUNS, WE DONT DO ORDINARY RACES
THIS IS WHERE:
THE UNDEAD ROAM
THE MUSIC PULSES
THE NIGHT COMES ALIVE
AND YOU RUN STRAIGHT THROUGH IT
NO PRESSURE. NO JUDGMENT. JUST ADRENALINE, COMMUNITY, AND A LITTLE CHAOS UNDER THE STARS.
SPARKLES RUN THE NIGHT. JOIN THE UNDEAD. SURVIVE THE COURSE.
5K 10K 1 MILER HALF MARATHON
5400 E OCEAN BLVD, LONG BEACH, CA
SATURDAY NIGHT AUGUST 29
CHECK-IN & REGISTRATION: 4:00 PM
START TIMES | HALF: 5:00 PM | 5K & 10K: 6:30 PM | 1 MILER: 6:45 PM
ABOUT THE EVENT
WHEN THE SUN GOES DOWN THEY RISE.
WELCOME TO NIGHT OF THE RUNNING DEADA PULSE-POUNDING, AFTER-DARK RACE WHERE THE BEACH PATH TRANSFORMS INTO A HAUNTING PLAYGROUND OF GLOWING LIGHTS, EERIE ENERGY, AND UNDEAD VIBES.
WHETHER YOURE RUNNING FOR TIME, RUNNING FOR FUN, OR JUST TRYING TO SURVIVE THE NIGHT THIS IS ONE EVENT YOU WONT FORGET.
COSTUMES ARE HIGHLY ENCOURAGEDZOMBIES, SURVIVORS, OR ANYTHING STRAIGHT OUT OF YOUR FAVORITE HORROR SCENE.
WHAT TO EXPECT
CHECK MARK FLAT, FAST BEACH PATH COURSE
CHECK MARK PROFESSIONAL CHIP TIMING STOPWATCH
CHECK MARK INSTANT CHRONOTRACK RESULTS (WITHIN MINUTES)
CHECK MARK FREE RACE-DAY PHOTOS NO UPSELLS, EVER
CHECK MARK FINISHER MEDALS FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS
CHECK MARK OVERALL & AGE GROUP AWARDS
CHECK MARK MULTIPLE ON-COURSE WATER STATIONS
CHECK MARK DJ, LIGHTS & EERIE AFTER-DARK ATMOSPHERE
CHECK MARK COSTUME CONTEST ZOMBIES, CREEPERS & CREATURES FEMALE SIGN
CHECK MARK RUNNERS, WALKERS, AND ALL SURVIVAL PACES WELCOME
THE VIBE AFTER DARK SURVIVAL MODE
AT CALIFLOW RUNS, WE DONT DO ORDINARY RACES
THIS IS WHERE:
THE UNDEAD ROAM
THE MUSIC PULSES
THE NIGHT COMES ALIVE
AND YOU RUN STRAIGHT THROUGH IT
NO PRESSURE. NO JUDGMENT. JUST ADRENALINE, COMMUNITY, AND A LITTLE CHAOS UNDER THE STARS.
SPARKLES RUN THE NIGHT. JOIN THE UNDEAD. SURVIVE THE COURSE.
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Location
5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, 90803, CA, United States
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Night of the Running Dead 5K, 10K, 1 Miler, Half Marathon SummerWeen Series by Califlow Runs
