Last Dash Before Midnight 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs 2026 — Long Beach, CA

Date
December 31, 2026
Location
Long Beach, CA
Venue
5400 E Ocean Blvd
Start Time
7:00 AM
Entry Fee
$38.99 – $58.99
Events
5K, 10K, Half Marathon
🎉 Last Dash Before Midnight – Long Beach Edition 5K • 10K • Half Marathon 📍 5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 📅 Wednesday , December 31, 2025 🕒 Race Morning Schedule 📍 Location : 5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach 📝 Check-In & Bib Pickup : 6:00 AM ➡️ Bib pickup will take place at the Race Ready tents Same Day Registration is also at the Race Ready Athletic Tents 🏁 Start Times 🔹 Half Marathon – 7:00 AM 🔹 10K & 5K – 7:30 AM 🎊 About the Race End the year with miles, music, ocean views, and good vibes. Last Dash Before Midnight is your chance to lace up, move your body, and celebrate one final run before the year wraps up. Come for the run, stay for the fun — this is a classic CaliFlow morning. ✨ What You Get ⏱ Professional Chip Timing 📸 Free Race Photos 💧 3 On-Course Water Stations 🏅 Finisher Medal 🏅 Overall and Age Group Awards 🎶 Fun Finish-Line Energy 🌊 Scenic Long Beach Coastal Course 🎉 Finish Strong Kick off New Year’s Eve with a run, a smile, and that “I did it” feeling — then go enjoy th

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