THE 8TH ANNUAL GRAND PRIX FOUNDATION OF LONG BEACH 5K RUN/WALK – Long Beach, CA 2026

Date
April 12, 2026
Location
Long Beach, CA
Venue
300 East Ocean Blvd
Start Time
7:00 AM
Entry Fee
$10.00 – $234.91
Events
5K Elite, 5K Open, Kids Turbo 1K, Grand Prix Expo Booth
Includes
T-Shirt
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The 8th Annual Grand Prix Foundation of Long Beach 5K Run/Walk is a running event held in Long Beach, California, offering both 1K and 5K distances. The race takes place on April 12, 2026, starting at 7:00 AM from 300 East Ocean Boulevard. Entry fees range from $10 to $234.91, accommodating various budget levels and likely different registration packages. The early morning start time is typical for organized running events in urban areas, allowing participants to complete their race before the day heats up. Both the 1K option for newer or younger runners and the standard 5K distance make this event accessible to a range of fitness levels. If you're traveling to Long Beach for this race, plan accommodations near the venue for convenient access to the start line.

From the Race Organizer
This spring, racing fans and runners of all skill levels and ages will have the opportunity to “run the course” at the 8th Annual Grand Prix Foundation of Long Beach 5K on April 12, 2026, which will benefit local charities through the Grand Prix Foundation of Long Beach. Participants will run a two-lap tour of the world-famous Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach racecourse including Pine Avenue and Seaside Way, with the finish at the official Grand Prix start/finish line on Shoreline Drive. Kids 12 and under can get in on the action with the Kids’ Turbo 1K, which will take place after the main races on a portion of the regular racecourse. The other two races will be the Elite/Pro 5K (those who can finish the race in under 25 minutes) which will start at 7:00 a.m. and the run for the general public, beginning at 7:30 a.m. Each runner will receive a finisher medal, an official Grand Prix Foundation 5K t-shirt, post-race refreshments and two complimentary Friday general admission tickets to th

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is THE 8TH ANNUAL GRAND PRIX FOUNDATION OF LONG BEACH 5K RUN/WALK – Long Beach, CA 2026?

THE 8TH ANNUAL GRAND PRIX FOUNDATION OF LONG BEACH 5K RUN/WALK – Long Beach, CA 2026 takes place on April 12, 2026. The race is held in Long Beach, California.

Where is THE 8TH ANNUAL GRAND PRIX FOUNDATION OF LONG BEACH 5K RUN/WALK – Long Beach, CA 2026 held?

THE 8TH ANNUAL GRAND PRIX FOUNDATION OF LONG BEACH 5K RUN/WALK – Long Beach, CA 2026 is held at 300 East Ocean Blvd in Long Beach, California.

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