Run Like It's Recess 5K
- Date Sun 31st January 2027
- Time 9:00AM PST
- Location Long Beach, California
- Price $16.90 - $43.40
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 16th Annual Run Like It's Recess 5K on Sunday, January 31, 2027, in beautiful Long Beach, Los Angeles! This vibrant event will kick off at 9:00 a.m. with a scenic 5K run/walk, followed by a fun-filled 1K starting at 10:15 a.m. and a delightful Toddler Run at 10:45 a.m. Perfect for participants of all ages and fitness levels, this family-friendly event promotes health and fitness while supporting Newcomb Academy PTSA. The flat and fast course at El Dorado Park East offers a picturesque setting for both seasoned runners and those looking to enjoy a leisurely stroll with friends and family.
Participants can look forward to exciting rewards, with medals for all finishers and special awards for the top three 5K finishers in each age group. Plus, register by January 10, 2027, to guarantee your free shirt and goody bag! With stroller and wheelchair accessibility, everyone is welcome to join in the fun. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to get active, enjoy the outdoors, and make lasting memories with your community!
Participants can look forward to exciting rewards, with medals for all finishers and special awards for the top three 5K finishers in each age group. Plus, register by January 10, 2027, to guarantee your free shirt and goody bag! With stroller and wheelchair accessibility, everyone is welcome to join in the fun. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to get active, enjoy the outdoors, and make lasting memories with your community!
Organiser's Description
Join us for the 16th Annual Run Like Its Recess 5K Run/Walk, 1K, and Toddler Run.
5K Start Time: 9:00 a.m.
1K Start Time: 10:15 a.m.
Toddler Run Start Time: 10:45 a.m.
This annual event is hosted by Newcomb Academy PTSA, which serves Newcomb Academy (Grades K8), a public school in the Long Beach Unified School District.
A school fundraiser and a way to promote health and fitness to the entire area. This family-friendly event is open to all ages and fitness levels. Stroller and wheelchair friendly.
Medals will be given to all finishers with awards for the top three 5K finishers in each age group. FREE shirt and goody bag guaranteed if registered by January 10th, 2027 at 11:59 pm, after that date your shirt may not be available.
The Course: flat, fast, and scenic. It takes place at El Dorado Park East in Long Beach, near the train and playground area. If youre looking to set a personal record or if you just want to take it easy and take in the scenery, this is the perfect course.
5K Start Time: 9:00 a.m.
1K Start Time: 10:15 a.m.
Toddler Run Start Time: 10:45 a.m.
This annual event is hosted by Newcomb Academy PTSA, which serves Newcomb Academy (Grades K8), a public school in the Long Beach Unified School District.
A school fundraiser and a way to promote health and fitness to the entire area. This family-friendly event is open to all ages and fitness levels. Stroller and wheelchair friendly.
Medals will be given to all finishers with awards for the top three 5K finishers in each age group. FREE shirt and goody bag guaranteed if registered by January 10th, 2027 at 11:59 pm, after that date your shirt may not be available.
The Course: flat, fast, and scenic. It takes place at El Dorado Park East in Long Beach, near the train and playground area. If youre looking to set a personal record or if you just want to take it easy and take in the scenery, this is the perfect course.
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 31st January 2027 (9:00AM PST)
$32.80
Youth Pay Only $20, price updated after DOB entered -
1k
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 31st January 2027 (10:15AM PST)
$22.20
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Toddler Run
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 31st January 2027 (10:45AM PST)
$16.90
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Virtual 5K
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
$43.40
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7550 Spring Street, Long Beach, 90808, CA, United States
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