Popsicle Dash - Free Community Event - 5K by Califlow Runs
- Date Sat 18th July 2026
- Time 8:00AM PDT
- Location Long Beach, California
- Price Free
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Popsicle Dash, a free community 5K event happening on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at Granada Beach in Long Beach, Los Angeles! This vibrant event invites participants of all ages and fitness levels to walk, jog, or run along a flat and fast beach path, all while soaking in the refreshing ocean views and the uplifting spirit of Long Beach. The race kicks off at 8:00 AM, with check-in starting at 6:30 AM.
The Popsicle Dash isn’t just about racing; it’s a celebration of movement, sunshine, and fun! Participants can look forward to free popsicles at the finish line, professionally chip-timed results, and finisher medals for everyone. Plus, there are exciting awards for the top male and female finishers, as well as age group awards. Don’t forget to show off your personality with the most extra costume contest—think Hawaiian shirts, neon retro fits, or any outlandish attire that screams summer fun! So gather your friends, family, and even your furry companions, and join us for a day filled with good energy, laughter, and of course, popsicles!
The Popsicle Dash isn’t just about racing; it’s a celebration of movement, sunshine, and fun! Participants can look forward to free popsicles at the finish line, professionally chip-timed results, and finisher medals for everyone. Plus, there are exciting awards for the top male and female finishers, as well as age group awards. Don’t forget to show off your personality with the most extra costume contest—think Hawaiian shirts, neon retro fits, or any outlandish attire that screams summer fun! So gather your friends, family, and even your furry companions, and join us for a day filled with good energy, laughter, and of course, popsicles!
Organiser's Description
FREE COMMUNITY EVENT 5K
5100 E OCEAN BLVD, GRANADA BEACH (ROSIES DOG BEACH), LONG BEACH, CA 90803
GET READY FOR GOOD ENERGY, OCEAN BREEZES, AND A LITTLE BIT OF LONG BEACH WEIRDNESS.
POPSICLE DASH IS NOT JUST A RUN ITS A WHOLE MOOD. THIS FREE 5K COMMUNITY EVENT CELEBRATES MOVEMENT, SUNSHINE, AND THE LAID-BACK, COLORFUL SPIRIT OF LONG BEACH. WALK, JOG, OR RUN ALL PACES WELCOME.
FREE POPSICLES AT THE FINISH LINE
EVENT PERKS
FLAT, FAST BEACH PATH WITH OCEAN VIEWS
STOPWATCH PROFESSIONALLY CHIP-TIMED EVENT WITH LIVE RESULTS
FINISHER MEDALS FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS
OVERALL AWARDS FOR TOP 3 MALE & FEMALE FINISHERS
AGE GROUP AWARDS (TOP 3 IN EACH 10-YEAR BRACKET)
POPSICLES AT THE FINISH LINE
FREE RACE PHOTOS
STROLLER- AND WALKER-FRIENDLY
MOST EXTRA COSTUME CONTEST
ANY COSTUME. ANY VIBE. YOU CHOOSE.
SHOW UP IN YOUR WILDEST, WEIRDEST, MOST OVER-THE-TOP LOOK. THINK:
MALE SIGN HAWAIIAN SHIRTS & BEACH PARTY VIBES
NEON RETRO FITS
FLAMINGOS, INFLATABLES, OR TOTALLY RANDOM ACCESSORIES
90S LBC THROWBACK LOOKS
WINNERS CROWNED POST-RUN PLUS ULTIMATE BRAGGING RIGHTS FOR BEING THE MOST EXTRA.
CHECK-IN & START TIME
CHECK-IN OPENS: 6:30 AM
5100 E OCEAN BLVD LONG BEACH, CA 90803 (GRANADA BEACH)
5K START: 8:00AM
PARKING INFORMATION
CHECK MARK BUTTON FREE STREET PARKING AVAILABLE
BEACH LOT PARKING: $2.00 PER HOUR (PAY AT THE MACHINE)
SAFETY FIRST
WE PRIORITIZE PARTICIPANT SAFETY AT EVERY EVENT:
WATER STATIONS ON COURSE
MEDICAL STAFF AT THE FINISH
READY TO RUN, CHILL & COOL OFF?
BRING YOUR FRIENDS, YOUR FAMILY, YOUR PUP, AND YOUR BEST SUMMER ENERGY.
RUN THE MILES. EARN THE POPSICLE.
5100 E OCEAN BLVD, GRANADA BEACH (ROSIES DOG BEACH), LONG BEACH, CA 90803
GET READY FOR GOOD ENERGY, OCEAN BREEZES, AND A LITTLE BIT OF LONG BEACH WEIRDNESS.
POPSICLE DASH IS NOT JUST A RUN ITS A WHOLE MOOD. THIS FREE 5K COMMUNITY EVENT CELEBRATES MOVEMENT, SUNSHINE, AND THE LAID-BACK, COLORFUL SPIRIT OF LONG BEACH. WALK, JOG, OR RUN ALL PACES WELCOME.
FREE POPSICLES AT THE FINISH LINE
EVENT PERKS
FLAT, FAST BEACH PATH WITH OCEAN VIEWS
STOPWATCH PROFESSIONALLY CHIP-TIMED EVENT WITH LIVE RESULTS
FINISHER MEDALS FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS
OVERALL AWARDS FOR TOP 3 MALE & FEMALE FINISHERS
AGE GROUP AWARDS (TOP 3 IN EACH 10-YEAR BRACKET)
POPSICLES AT THE FINISH LINE
FREE RACE PHOTOS
STROLLER- AND WALKER-FRIENDLY
MOST EXTRA COSTUME CONTEST
ANY COSTUME. ANY VIBE. YOU CHOOSE.
SHOW UP IN YOUR WILDEST, WEIRDEST, MOST OVER-THE-TOP LOOK. THINK:
MALE SIGN HAWAIIAN SHIRTS & BEACH PARTY VIBES
NEON RETRO FITS
FLAMINGOS, INFLATABLES, OR TOTALLY RANDOM ACCESSORIES
90S LBC THROWBACK LOOKS
WINNERS CROWNED POST-RUN PLUS ULTIMATE BRAGGING RIGHTS FOR BEING THE MOST EXTRA.
CHECK-IN & START TIME
CHECK-IN OPENS: 6:30 AM
5100 E OCEAN BLVD LONG BEACH, CA 90803 (GRANADA BEACH)
5K START: 8:00AM
PARKING INFORMATION
CHECK MARK BUTTON FREE STREET PARKING AVAILABLE
BEACH LOT PARKING: $2.00 PER HOUR (PAY AT THE MACHINE)
SAFETY FIRST
WE PRIORITIZE PARTICIPANT SAFETY AT EVERY EVENT:
WATER STATIONS ON COURSE
MEDICAL STAFF AT THE FINISH
READY TO RUN, CHILL & COOL OFF?
BRING YOUR FRIENDS, YOUR FAMILY, YOUR PUP, AND YOUR BEST SUMMER ENERGY.
RUN THE MILES. EARN THE POPSICLE.
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