The Fast and the Feathered 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon
- Date Sat 15th November 2025
- Time 7:00AM EST
- Location Santa Monica, California
- Price $26.97 - $41.81
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and fun at The Fast and the Feathered Thanksgiving Season Race on Saturday, November 15, 2025, in beautiful Santa Monica, Los Angeles! This upbeat event invites runners of all levels to participate in a thrilling morning filled with community spirit and festive cheer. Choose your challenge from a 5K, 10K, or half marathon, with all races starting along the stunning beach path at 2000 Ocean Ave.
Kick off the day bright and early, with bib pick-up opening at 6:20 AM. The half marathon takes off at 7:00 AM, followed by the 5K and 10K at 7:30 AM. The course, which is an out-and-back design, ensures that you’ll be surrounded by fellow runners and walkers enjoying the picturesque ocean views. With well-marked routes, water stations, and restroom facilities along the way, you can focus on enjoying your race! Join us for a memorable day of health, happiness, and holiday spirit as we celebrate the season together!
Kick off the day bright and early, with bib pick-up opening at 6:20 AM. The half marathon takes off at 7:00 AM, followed by the 5K and 10K at 7:30 AM. The course, which is an out-and-back design, ensures that you’ll be surrounded by fellow runners and walkers enjoying the picturesque ocean views. With well-marked routes, water stations, and restroom facilities along the way, you can focus on enjoying your race! Join us for a memorable day of health, happiness, and holiday spirit as we celebrate the season together!
Organiser's Description
Welcome to the Fast and the Feathered Thanksgiving Season Race, where runners of all levels gather for a fun and festive morning of fitness and turkey delight!
Details
START LOCATION: 2000 Ocean Ave Santa Monica, CA US 90405 Google Maps [https://maps.app.goo.gl/fpAn2VNs99CTvLk87]
PARKING: We recommend the paid parking lot near the start line. Parking ranges from $10 to $15 depending on the time of the year. If you arrive before the attendant is on duty, you can pay at the machine near the lot entrance. If you park on the street, please read all signs carefully.
EVENT SCHEDULE:
6:20AM Bib pick-up opens at the start
7:00AM Half marathon start
7:30AM 5k & 10k start
10:20AM Course closes (3 hours, 20 minutes for the Half)
Early start of 6:30am may be pre-arranged for half marathoners, email your request to [email protected]. All early starters will not be eligible for awards.
Out and Back Course
5K & 10K the 5k route is used for the 5k (one lap) and 10k (two laps) route here [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6226138849/]
HALF MARATHON a 4.37-mile route is used for the half. Runners do three laps route here [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6226142341/]
MORE ABOUT THE COURSE: This is an out and back course, meaning you will begin and finish in the same location.
Our courses are not closed, which means that there are often runners, walkers, and others enjoying the day along with you. Safety is must and all runners must stay on the pedestrian side of the beach path. The course never goes off the beach path.
ON-COURSE SUPPORT: Courses are well marked with two water stations and restrooms along the way. Turns will be clearly marked with chalk, a sign that says runner turn, and a flag.
HAVE ANOTHER QUESTION? Check our FAQ page [https://hightideruns.com/santa-monica%2C-ca-events], it's probably answered there!
Details
START LOCATION: 2000 Ocean Ave Santa Monica, CA US 90405 Google Maps [https://maps.app.goo.gl/fpAn2VNs99CTvLk87]
PARKING: We recommend the paid parking lot near the start line. Parking ranges from $10 to $15 depending on the time of the year. If you arrive before the attendant is on duty, you can pay at the machine near the lot entrance. If you park on the street, please read all signs carefully.
EVENT SCHEDULE:
6:20AM Bib pick-up opens at the start
7:00AM Half marathon start
7:30AM 5k & 10k start
10:20AM Course closes (3 hours, 20 minutes for the Half)
Early start of 6:30am may be pre-arranged for half marathoners, email your request to [email protected]. All early starters will not be eligible for awards.
Out and Back Course
5K & 10K the 5k route is used for the 5k (one lap) and 10k (two laps) route here [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6226138849/]
HALF MARATHON a 4.37-mile route is used for the half. Runners do three laps route here [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6226142341/]
MORE ABOUT THE COURSE: This is an out and back course, meaning you will begin and finish in the same location.
Our courses are not closed, which means that there are often runners, walkers, and others enjoying the day along with you. Safety is must and all runners must stay on the pedestrian side of the beach path. The course never goes off the beach path.
ON-COURSE SUPPORT: Courses are well marked with two water stations and restrooms along the way. Turns will be clearly marked with chalk, a sign that says runner turn, and a flag.
HAVE ANOTHER QUESTION? Check our FAQ page [https://hightideruns.com/santa-monica%2C-ca-events], it's probably answered there!
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