The Groundhog Day Run 5K, 10K & Half Marathon
- Date Sun 2nd February 2025 - Sun 2nd March 2025
- Time 7:30AM PST
- Location Santa Monica, California
- Price $27.49 - $38.09
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exciting Groundhog Day Run, taking place on Sunday, February 2, 2025, in the beautiful coastal city of Santa Monica, Los Angeles! This unique running event features a scenic 5K, a challenging 10K, and an exhilarating Half Marathon, promising a day full of fun and fitness for everyone. Inspired by the legendary Punxsutawney Phil, participants will have the chance to conquer the same picturesque course, but will you beat your shadow or experience a sense of déjà vu?
With options for runners, walkers, and even strollers, this inclusive event embraces the spirit of community and wellness. The race starts at 7:00 AM for the Half Marathon and 7:30 AM for the 5K and 10K, with bib pick-up beginning at 6:00 AM. Located at 2000 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, this event not only offers well-marked courses and hydration stations but also a chance to celebrate your achievements with podium awards for the top finishers. Join us for a day filled with positive vibes, camaraderie, and the opportunity to challenge yourself in the stunning backdrop of Santa Monica!
With options for runners, walkers, and even strollers, this inclusive event embraces the spirit of community and wellness. The race starts at 7:00 AM for the Half Marathon and 7:30 AM for the 5K and 10K, with bib pick-up beginning at 6:00 AM. Located at 2000 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, this event not only offers well-marked courses and hydration stations but also a chance to celebrate your achievements with podium awards for the top finishers. Join us for a day filled with positive vibes, camaraderie, and the opportunity to challenge yourself in the stunning backdrop of Santa Monica!
Organiser's Description
SAME COURSE, DIFFERENT DAY OR IS IT? INSPIRED BY THE LEGENDARY PUNXSUTAWNEY PHIL
FROM THE SCENIC 5K TO THE CHALLENGING HALF MARATHON, THIS UNIQUE EVENT OFFERS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE. WILL YOU BEAT YOUR SHADOW? OR WILL THE COURSE FEEL LIKE D'EJ`A VU?
WHY CALILFLOW RUNS?
CALIFLOW RUNS IS DEDICATED TO CREATING INCLUSIVE, ENERGETIC, AND COMMUNITY-DRIVEN RUNNING EVENTS THAT CELEBRATE YOU. WE BRING PEOPLE TOGETHER TO PROMOTE HEALTH, WELLNESS, AND POSITIVE VIBES THROUGH RACES THAT ARE ACCESSIBLE, FUN, AND INFUSED WITH THE UNIQUE CULTURE OF THE GOLDEN STATE.
WHO CAN PARTICIPATE? EVERYONE - RUNNERS, WALKERS, STROLLERS - ALL ARE WELCOME
ABOUT OUR COURSES: OUR COURSES ARE OPEN, WHICH MEANS YOU'LL BE SHARING THE PATH WITH OTHER RUNNERS, WALKERS, AND BEACHGOERS. SAFETY IS OUR TOP PRIORITY, SO PLEASE STAY ON THE PEDESTRIAN SIDE OF THE BEACH PATH. THE COURSES ARE WELL-MARKED, WITH WATER STATIONS AND RESTROOMS AVAILABLE ALONG THE WAY.
COURSE INFORMATION: LINK TO COURSES [https://www.caliviberuns.com/w/CaliVibeRuns/Page/SantaMonicaCourse]
BIB PICK-UP AND START TIMES:
BIB PICK-UP: 6:00 AM END 7:35 AM AT THE RACE READY ATHLETICS TENT
HALF MARATHON START TIME: 7:00 AM
5K, 10K, 15K & 10 MILER START TIME: 7:30 AM
START LOCATION: 2000 OCEAN AVE
SANTA MONICA, CA 90405
PARKING INFORMATION: STREET PARKING IS AVAILABLE, BUT BE SURE TO READ THE SIGNS CAREFULLY AS STREET SWEEPING OCCURS DAILY. WE RECOMMEND PARKING IN THE PAID LOT NEAR THE START LINE, WHICH RANGES FROM $10 TO $12. IF YOU ARRIVE BEFORE THE LOT ATTENDANT, YOU CAN PAY AT THE MACHINE NEAR THE ENTRANCE.
AWARDS:
THE TOP 3 MEN AND WOMEN IN EACH DISTANCE WILL RECEIVE A MEDAL.
PODIUM AWARDS CEREMONY FOR 5K/10K AT 8:45 AM
PODIUM AWARDS CEREMONY FOR HALF MARATHONERS AT 9:30 AM
FROM THE SCENIC 5K TO THE CHALLENGING HALF MARATHON, THIS UNIQUE EVENT OFFERS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE. WILL YOU BEAT YOUR SHADOW? OR WILL THE COURSE FEEL LIKE D'EJ`A VU?
WHY CALILFLOW RUNS?
CALIFLOW RUNS IS DEDICATED TO CREATING INCLUSIVE, ENERGETIC, AND COMMUNITY-DRIVEN RUNNING EVENTS THAT CELEBRATE YOU. WE BRING PEOPLE TOGETHER TO PROMOTE HEALTH, WELLNESS, AND POSITIVE VIBES THROUGH RACES THAT ARE ACCESSIBLE, FUN, AND INFUSED WITH THE UNIQUE CULTURE OF THE GOLDEN STATE.
WHO CAN PARTICIPATE? EVERYONE - RUNNERS, WALKERS, STROLLERS - ALL ARE WELCOME
ABOUT OUR COURSES: OUR COURSES ARE OPEN, WHICH MEANS YOU'LL BE SHARING THE PATH WITH OTHER RUNNERS, WALKERS, AND BEACHGOERS. SAFETY IS OUR TOP PRIORITY, SO PLEASE STAY ON THE PEDESTRIAN SIDE OF THE BEACH PATH. THE COURSES ARE WELL-MARKED, WITH WATER STATIONS AND RESTROOMS AVAILABLE ALONG THE WAY.
COURSE INFORMATION: LINK TO COURSES [https://www.caliviberuns.com/w/CaliVibeRuns/Page/SantaMonicaCourse]
BIB PICK-UP AND START TIMES:
BIB PICK-UP: 6:00 AM END 7:35 AM AT THE RACE READY ATHLETICS TENT
HALF MARATHON START TIME: 7:00 AM
5K, 10K, 15K & 10 MILER START TIME: 7:30 AM
START LOCATION: 2000 OCEAN AVE
SANTA MONICA, CA 90405
PARKING INFORMATION: STREET PARKING IS AVAILABLE, BUT BE SURE TO READ THE SIGNS CAREFULLY AS STREET SWEEPING OCCURS DAILY. WE RECOMMEND PARKING IN THE PAID LOT NEAR THE START LINE, WHICH RANGES FROM $10 TO $12. IF YOU ARRIVE BEFORE THE LOT ATTENDANT, YOU CAN PAY AT THE MACHINE NEAR THE ENTRANCE.
AWARDS:
THE TOP 3 MEN AND WOMEN IN EACH DISTANCE WILL RECEIVE A MEDAL.
PODIUM AWARDS CEREMONY FOR 5K/10K AT 8:45 AM
PODIUM AWARDS CEREMONY FOR HALF MARATHONERS AT 9:30 AM
Races
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5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sun 2nd February 2025 (7:30AM PST)
$27.49
CLOSED -
10k
Incl. $2.74 Fee
Sun 2nd February 2025 (7:30AM PST)
$31.73
CLOSED -
Half Marathon
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sun 2nd March 2025 (7:30AM PST)
$38.09
CLOSED
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