Take Me to Your Pizza : Alien Dash 5K. 10K. Half Marathon by Califlow Runs
- Date Sun 27th September 2026
- Time 7:00AM PDT
- Location Long Beach, California
- Price $42.33 - $59.29
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon
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Get ready for a unique running experience at the Take Me to Your Pizza: Alien Dash, happening on Sunday, September 27, 2026, in the stunning Long Beach, Los Angeles! This playful event features three exciting race distances: a 5K, 10K, and a challenging half marathon of 13.1 miles, all set against the picturesque backdrop of the California coastline. Celebrate National Pepperoni Pizza Day in style as you dash through alien-themed festivities, enjoy breathtaking ocean views, and indulge in a delicious post-race pizza party featuring hot cheese and pepperoni slices that you’ve earned after your miles.
Whether you're aiming for a personal record, seeking a fun day with friends, or just in it for the carbs, this event promises to be an unforgettable day filled with laughter and community spirit. With a flat and scenic beach path, professional chip timing, free race-day photos, and even a costume contest for the best alien and pizza-themed outfits, the Take Me to Your Pizza: Alien Dash is designed for everyone. Mark your calendars and get ready to run happy, laugh loud, and refuel properly with this one-of-a-kind race experience!
Whether you're aiming for a personal record, seeking a fun day with friends, or just in it for the carbs, this event promises to be an unforgettable day filled with laughter and community spirit. With a flat and scenic beach path, professional chip timing, free race-day photos, and even a costume contest for the best alien and pizza-themed outfits, the Take Me to Your Pizza: Alien Dash is designed for everyone. Mark your calendars and get ready to run happy, laugh loud, and refuel properly with this one-of-a-kind race experience!
Organiser's Description
TAKE ME TO YOUR PIZZA
ALIEN DASH 5K 10K HALF MARATHON
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
5400 E OCEAN BLVD, LONG BEACH, CA 90803
RUN. SLICE. BEAM US UP.
CELEBRATE NATIONAL PEPPERONI PIZZA DAY THE CALIFLOW WAY WITH COASTAL MILES, ALIEN SIGHTINGS, AND A FINISH LINE THAT DELIVERS EXACTLY WHAT YOURE THINKING ABOUT: PIZZA.
THE TAKE ME TO YOUR PIZZA ALIEN DASH IS A PLAYFUL, OUT-OF-THIS-WORLD RACE EXPERIENCE WHERE RUNNING MEETS RIDICULOUS FUN. WHETHER YOURE CHASING A PR, RUNNING FOR VIBES, OR JUST HERE FOR THE POST-RACE CARBS, THIS IS ONE EVENT YOU KNEAD ON YOUR CALENDAR.
EXPECT OCEAN VIEWS, UFO-LEVEL ENERGY, AND A FINISH LINE PARTY THATS EQUAL PARTS WEIRD, WELCOMING, AND WILDLY FUN.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
BIB PICK-UP & RUNNER CHECK-IN
6:15 AM 7:35 AM AT THE RACE READY ATHLETICS TENT
START TIMES
HALF MARATHON: 7:00 AM
5K & 10K: 7:30 AM
KIDS DASH & FAMILY 1-MILER: 8:30 AM
FEMALE SIGN RACE OPTIONS
HALF MARATHON 13.1 MILES OF PEPPERONI-POWERED GLORY
10K & 5K SAUCY DISTANCES WITH COASTAL VIEWS
KIDS DASH & FAMILY 1-MILER FUN FOR THE WHOLE GALAXY
WHY YOULL LOVE THIS RUN
CHECK MARK BUTTON FLAT, FAST, SCENIC BEACH PATH
CHECK MARK BUTTON BEGINNER- AND WALKER-FRIENDLY
CHECK MARK BUTTON STROLLERS WELCOME
CHECK MARK BUTTON DOGS ON LEASH WELCOME
CHECK MARK BUTTON PROFESSIONAL CHIP TIMING WITH ACCURATE RESULTS
CHECK MARK BUTTON OVERALL & AGE GROUP AWARDS
CHECK MARK BUTTON FREE RACE-DAY PHOTOS
CHECK MARK BUTTON FINISHER MEDALS FOR ALL DISTANCES (YES, PIZZA-THEMED)
CHECK MARK BUTTON FINISH LINE FESTIVAL VIBES WITH MUSIC AND FUN
FINISH LINE FUEL
YOU EARNED IT.
CELEBRATE WITH A POST-RACE PIZZA PARTY FEATURING HOT CHEESE AND PEPPERONI SLICES AT THE FINISH LINE BECAUSE CARBS HIT DIFFERENT AFTER MILES.
BONUS POINTS FOR:
ALIEN + PIZZA COSTUME CONTEST
UFO SIGHTINGS ALONG THE COURSE
PHOTO OPS THAT ARE TRULY OUT OF THIS WORLD
WHY CALIFLOW RUNS
WE BELIEVE RUNNING SHOULD BE FUN, INCLUSIVE, AND A LITTLE WEIRD (IN THE BEST WAY). OUR RACES WELCOME EVERY PACE, EVERY STORY, AND EVERY REASON YOU SHOW UP WHETHER THATS FITNESS, COMMUNITY, OR PIZZA.
FAST OR FUN.
SERIOUS OR SILLY.
EARTHLING OR ALIEN.
TAKE ME TO YOUR PIZZA IS YOUR INVITATION TO RUN HAPPY, LAUGH LOUD, AND REFUEL PROPERLY.
ALIEN DASH 5K 10K HALF MARATHON
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
5400 E OCEAN BLVD, LONG BEACH, CA 90803
RUN. SLICE. BEAM US UP.
CELEBRATE NATIONAL PEPPERONI PIZZA DAY THE CALIFLOW WAY WITH COASTAL MILES, ALIEN SIGHTINGS, AND A FINISH LINE THAT DELIVERS EXACTLY WHAT YOURE THINKING ABOUT: PIZZA.
THE TAKE ME TO YOUR PIZZA ALIEN DASH IS A PLAYFUL, OUT-OF-THIS-WORLD RACE EXPERIENCE WHERE RUNNING MEETS RIDICULOUS FUN. WHETHER YOURE CHASING A PR, RUNNING FOR VIBES, OR JUST HERE FOR THE POST-RACE CARBS, THIS IS ONE EVENT YOU KNEAD ON YOUR CALENDAR.
EXPECT OCEAN VIEWS, UFO-LEVEL ENERGY, AND A FINISH LINE PARTY THATS EQUAL PARTS WEIRD, WELCOMING, AND WILDLY FUN.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
BIB PICK-UP & RUNNER CHECK-IN
6:15 AM 7:35 AM AT THE RACE READY ATHLETICS TENT
START TIMES
HALF MARATHON: 7:00 AM
5K & 10K: 7:30 AM
KIDS DASH & FAMILY 1-MILER: 8:30 AM
FEMALE SIGN RACE OPTIONS
HALF MARATHON 13.1 MILES OF PEPPERONI-POWERED GLORY
10K & 5K SAUCY DISTANCES WITH COASTAL VIEWS
KIDS DASH & FAMILY 1-MILER FUN FOR THE WHOLE GALAXY
WHY YOULL LOVE THIS RUN
CHECK MARK BUTTON FLAT, FAST, SCENIC BEACH PATH
CHECK MARK BUTTON BEGINNER- AND WALKER-FRIENDLY
CHECK MARK BUTTON STROLLERS WELCOME
CHECK MARK BUTTON DOGS ON LEASH WELCOME
CHECK MARK BUTTON PROFESSIONAL CHIP TIMING WITH ACCURATE RESULTS
CHECK MARK BUTTON OVERALL & AGE GROUP AWARDS
CHECK MARK BUTTON FREE RACE-DAY PHOTOS
CHECK MARK BUTTON FINISHER MEDALS FOR ALL DISTANCES (YES, PIZZA-THEMED)
CHECK MARK BUTTON FINISH LINE FESTIVAL VIBES WITH MUSIC AND FUN
FINISH LINE FUEL
YOU EARNED IT.
CELEBRATE WITH A POST-RACE PIZZA PARTY FEATURING HOT CHEESE AND PEPPERONI SLICES AT THE FINISH LINE BECAUSE CARBS HIT DIFFERENT AFTER MILES.
BONUS POINTS FOR:
ALIEN + PIZZA COSTUME CONTEST
UFO SIGHTINGS ALONG THE COURSE
PHOTO OPS THAT ARE TRULY OUT OF THIS WORLD
WHY CALIFLOW RUNS
WE BELIEVE RUNNING SHOULD BE FUN, INCLUSIVE, AND A LITTLE WEIRD (IN THE BEST WAY). OUR RACES WELCOME EVERY PACE, EVERY STORY, AND EVERY REASON YOU SHOW UP WHETHER THATS FITNESS, COMMUNITY, OR PIZZA.
FAST OR FUN.
SERIOUS OR SILLY.
EARTHLING OR ALIEN.
TAKE ME TO YOUR PIZZA IS YOUR INVITATION TO RUN HAPPY, LAUGH LOUD, AND REFUEL PROPERLY.
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