Summer Solstice Run : 5K.10K. Half Marathon –by Califlow Runs
- Date Sat 20th June 2026
- Time 7:00AM PDT
- Location Long Beach, California
- Price $35.97 - $46.57
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready to kick off summer in style at the Summer Solstice Run on Saturday, June 20, 2026, in the stunning Long Beach, Los Angeles! This electrifying event features race distances for everyone, including a 5K, 10K, and half marathon, all set against the picturesque backdrop of the Long Beach coastline. As the sun rises, participants will embark on a vibrant journey, soaking in breathtaking ocean views and the energy of a spirited community of runners.
The festivities begin bright and early with race day check-in at 6:00 AM, followed by the half marathon starting at 7:00 AM and the 5K and 10K kicking off at 7:30 AM. Every finisher will be awarded a medal, with special recognition for the top three male and female finishers in each race category. After crossing the finish line, the celebration continues with music, refreshments, and fun photo opportunities under the summer night sky. Join us for this unforgettable celebration of light, life, and the joy of movement, and let the summer vibes begin!
The festivities begin bright and early with race day check-in at 6:00 AM, followed by the half marathon starting at 7:00 AM and the 5K and 10K kicking off at 7:30 AM. Every finisher will be awarded a medal, with special recognition for the top three male and female finishers in each race category. After crossing the finish line, the celebration continues with music, refreshments, and fun photo opportunities under the summer night sky. Join us for this unforgettable celebration of light, life, and the joy of movement, and let the summer vibes begin!
Organiser's Description
SUMMER SOLSTICE RUN: 5K. 10K. HALF MARATHON LONG BEACH SPARKLES
RUN THE LONGEST DAY, SHINE THE BRIGHTEST WAY!
CELEBRATE THE LONGEST DAY OF THE YEAR WITH AN ELECTRIFYING GLOW RUN ALONG THE SCENIC LONG BEACH COASTLINE! AS THE SUN RISES, THE PARTY BEGINSRACE UNDER THE GOLDEN HUES OF SUNRISE. WHETHER YOURE RUNNING THE 5K.10K OR HALF MARATHON, THIS IS YOUR CHANCE TO EMBRACE THE SOLSTICE SPIRIT WITH A VIBRANT COMMUNITY OF RUNNERS.
BIB PICK-UP & START TIMES
RACE DAY CHECK-IN
6:00 AM - | LOCATION: RACE READY ATHLETICS TENT NEAR THE START LINE
RACE START
7:00 AM HALF MARATHON | 5K & 10K - 7:30 AM
PARKING INFORMATION
CHECK MARK BUTTON STREET PARKING: FREE
CHECK MARK BUTTON BEACH LOT: $2.00 PER HOUR
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
CROSS THE FINISH LINE AND GLOW WITH PRIDE! ALL FINISHERS RECEIVE A MEDAL
THE TOP 3 MALE & FEMALE FINISHERS IN EACH DISTANCE WILL RECEIVE SPECIAL MEDALS TO COMMEMORATE THEIR GLOWING ACHIEVEMENT.
WHY JOIN THE SUMMER SOLSTICE RUN?
SCENIC COURSE: RUN ALONG THE STUNNING LONG BEACH COASTLINE, SOAKING IN OCEAN VIEWS, PALM TREES, AND SUNSET VIBES.
PROFESSIONAL CHIP TIMING, FINISHER MEDALS FOR ALL, OVERALL AND AGE GROUP AWARDS.
POST-RACE CELEBRATION: THE PARTY DOESNT STOP AT THE FINISH LINE! DANCE UNDER THE SUMMER NIGHT SKY WITH MUSIC, REFRESHMENTS, AND FUN PHOTO OPS.
SUN EMBRACE THE SOLSTICE SPIRIT: THIS ISNT JUST A RUNITS A CELEBRATION OF LIGHT, LIFE, AND THE JOY OF MOVEMENT!
GET READY TO VIBE, AND CELEBRATE THE ARRIVAL OF SUMMER!
LET THE SUMMER BEGIN! SPARKLES
RUN THE LONGEST DAY, SHINE THE BRIGHTEST WAY!
CELEBRATE THE LONGEST DAY OF THE YEAR WITH AN ELECTRIFYING GLOW RUN ALONG THE SCENIC LONG BEACH COASTLINE! AS THE SUN RISES, THE PARTY BEGINSRACE UNDER THE GOLDEN HUES OF SUNRISE. WHETHER YOURE RUNNING THE 5K.10K OR HALF MARATHON, THIS IS YOUR CHANCE TO EMBRACE THE SOLSTICE SPIRIT WITH A VIBRANT COMMUNITY OF RUNNERS.
BIB PICK-UP & START TIMES
RACE DAY CHECK-IN
6:00 AM - | LOCATION: RACE READY ATHLETICS TENT NEAR THE START LINE
RACE START
7:00 AM HALF MARATHON | 5K & 10K - 7:30 AM
PARKING INFORMATION
CHECK MARK BUTTON STREET PARKING: FREE
CHECK MARK BUTTON BEACH LOT: $2.00 PER HOUR
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
CROSS THE FINISH LINE AND GLOW WITH PRIDE! ALL FINISHERS RECEIVE A MEDAL
THE TOP 3 MALE & FEMALE FINISHERS IN EACH DISTANCE WILL RECEIVE SPECIAL MEDALS TO COMMEMORATE THEIR GLOWING ACHIEVEMENT.
WHY JOIN THE SUMMER SOLSTICE RUN?
SCENIC COURSE: RUN ALONG THE STUNNING LONG BEACH COASTLINE, SOAKING IN OCEAN VIEWS, PALM TREES, AND SUNSET VIBES.
PROFESSIONAL CHIP TIMING, FINISHER MEDALS FOR ALL, OVERALL AND AGE GROUP AWARDS.
POST-RACE CELEBRATION: THE PARTY DOESNT STOP AT THE FINISH LINE! DANCE UNDER THE SUMMER NIGHT SKY WITH MUSIC, REFRESHMENTS, AND FUN PHOTO OPS.
SUN EMBRACE THE SOLSTICE SPIRIT: THIS ISNT JUST A RUNITS A CELEBRATION OF LIGHT, LIFE, AND THE JOY OF MOVEMENT!
GET READY TO VIBE, AND CELEBRATE THE ARRIVAL OF SUMMER!
LET THE SUMMER BEGIN! SPARKLES
Races
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5k
Incl. $2.98 Fee
Sat 20th June 2026 (7:30AM PDT)
$35.97
Chip Timed Race Overall Awards Age Group Awards Unbeatable Finish Line Vibe -
10k
Incl. $3.16 Fee
Sat 20th June 2026 (7:30AM PDT)
$39.15
Chip Timed Race Overall Awards Age Group Awards Unbeatable Finish Line Vibe -
Half Marathon
Incl. $3.58 Fee
Sat 20th June 2026 (7:00AM PDT)
$46.57
Chip Timed Race Overall Awards Age Group Awards Unbeatable Finish Line Vibe
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5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, 90803, CA, United States
Summer Solstice Run : 5K.10K. Half Marathon –by Califlow Runs
