Viva la Vida - Day of the Dead 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon
- Date Sat 2nd November 2024
- Location Long beach, California
- Price $27.49 - $42.33
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon
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Event summary
Join us on Saturday, November 2, 2024, for the Viva la Vida - Day of the Dead 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon in Long Beach, Los Angeles! This vibrant event celebrates the rich Mexican tradition of Día de los Muertos, honoring the lives of loved ones while embracing the joy and beauty of the present. Participants of all levels are welcome to run, walk, or stroll along the scenic courses, which are designed to foster a sense of community and promote wellness.
Whether you're racing for personal achievement or in memory of someone special, this event is all about togetherness and positivity. The Half Marathon kicks off at 7:00 AM, followed by the 5K and 10K starting at 7:30 AM. With well-marked routes, water stations, and restroom facilities, you can focus on enjoying the experience. Celebrate life and shout "Viva la Vida!" as you run toward a beautiful future on this unforgettable day!
Whether you're racing for personal achievement or in memory of someone special, this event is all about togetherness and positivity. The Half Marathon kicks off at 7:00 AM, followed by the 5K and 10K starting at 7:30 AM. With well-marked routes, water stations, and restroom facilities, you can focus on enjoying the experience. Celebrate life and shout "Viva la Vida!" as you run toward a beautiful future on this unforgettable day!
Organiser's Description
VIVA LA VIDA: DAY OF THE DEAD RUN IS A CELEBRATION OF LIFE, CULTURE, AND REMEMBRANCE! JOIN US AS WE HONOR THE VIBRANT MEXICAN TRADITION OF D'IA DE LOS MUERTOS, WHERE WE COME TOGETHER TO REMEMBER LOVED ONES, CELEBRATE LIFE, AND EMBRACE THE BEAUTY OF THE PRESENT.
WHETHER YOU'RE RUNNING FOR FUN, FITNESS, OR IN MEMORY OF SOMEONE SPECIAL, THIS EVENT IS ABOUT COMMUNITY, JOY, AND HONORING THE PAST WHILE RUNNING TOWARD THE FUTURE. LET'S RUN, CELEBRATE, AND SHOUT VIVA LA VIDA!BECAUSE LIFE IS MEANT TO BE LIVED FULLY!
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: HTTPS://WWW.CALIVIBERUNS.COM/W/CALIVIBERUNS/PAGE/SANTAMONICACOURSE [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
START LOCATION:5400 OCEAN AVE
LONG BEACH, CA US 90803
PARKING INFORMATION:
STREET PARKING IS FREE. PARKING MACHINES ARE $2.00 PER HOUR.
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
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
HTTPS://WWW.CALIVIBERUNS.COM/W/CALIVIBERUNS/PAGE/FAQFREQUENTLYASKEDQUESTIONS [https://www.caliviberuns.com/w/CaliVibeRuns/Page/FAQFrequentlyAskedQuestions]
WHETHER YOU'RE RUNNING FOR FUN, FITNESS, OR IN MEMORY OF SOMEONE SPECIAL, THIS EVENT IS ABOUT COMMUNITY, JOY, AND HONORING THE PAST WHILE RUNNING TOWARD THE FUTURE. LET'S RUN, CELEBRATE, AND SHOUT VIVA LA VIDA!BECAUSE LIFE IS MEANT TO BE LIVED FULLY!
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: HTTPS://WWW.CALIVIBERUNS.COM/W/CALIVIBERUNS/PAGE/SANTAMONICACOURSE [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
START LOCATION:5400 OCEAN AVE
LONG BEACH, CA US 90803
PARKING INFORMATION:
STREET PARKING IS FREE. PARKING MACHINES ARE $2.00 PER HOUR.
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
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
HTTPS://WWW.CALIVIBERUNS.COM/W/CALIVIBERUNS/PAGE/FAQFREQUENTLYASKEDQUESTIONS [https://www.caliviberuns.com/w/CaliVibeRuns/Page/FAQFrequentlyAskedQuestions]
Viva la Vida - Day of the Dead 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon