The Alien Invasion Man races start at 7:00 AM, giving you an early morning window to warm up and settle in before the gun. Held on August 16, 2026, in Long Beach, California, at 5400 E Ocean Blvd, the event offers a 1-mile option and a 6.2-mile race, so you can choose your distance based on your training and goals. Entry fees range from $42.99 to $65.99 depending on your selected distance and registration timing. This running event pairs racing with the Health is Wealth Expo, giving you post-race activities and vendor access. Being a summer race in Southern California, early arrival and proper hydration strategy will be important considerations for your travel and race-day planning.
From the Race Organizer
🚨 TO SERVE MAN: ALIEN INVASION RUN 👽🛸 August 16, 2026 📍 5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90803 🏃 5K & 10K Start: 8:00 AM 🏃 Half Marathon Starts at 7:00 AM ATTENTION, EARTHLINGS. The Department of Extraterrestrial Affairs has confirmed unusual activity along the Long Beach shoreline. Multiple unidentified flying objects have been observed. A mysterious cookbook titled "To Serve Man" has been recovered. Agent 562 and Special Agent Frank have been assigned to investigate. Their official recommendation: Do not panic. Do not trust the cookbook. And whatever you do... don't become the main course. Join us for an immersive, out-of-this-world race experience inspired by classic science fiction, government conspiracies, alien encounters, and the timeless question: What if they really did come in peace? Whether you're a believer, skeptic, conspiracy theorist, or simply trying to survive first contact, this is one race experience you won't want to miss. 👽 YOUR MISSION INCLUDES 🏃 5K & 10K Run/Walk 🏁 USATF Certified Course ⏱️ Professional Chip Timing 🏅 Epic Custom Finisher Medal 🏆 Overall & Age Group Awards 💧 On-Course Water Stations 📸 FREE Race Photos 🐕 Dog Friendly 👶 Stroller Friendly 👽 Alien Friendly 🛸 EXTRATERRESTRIAL ENCOUNTERS Throughout the course, participants may encounter: 👽 Alien activity zones 🛸 UFO sightings 🚨 Government containment areas 💥 An active crash site investigation 📡 Classified messages from Agent 562 🐕🦺 Emergency updates from Special Agent Frank Costumes are highly encouraged. Sunglasses, tin foil hats, black suits, alien antennas, and conspiracy theories are all acceptable race attire. 🌿 HEALTH IS WEALTH EXPO Following your encounter, remain at the designated assembly area (also known as the finish line festival) and enjoy: 🌿 Holistic practitioners and wellness vendors 💆 Complimentary massage services provided by Panacea Holistic Institute 🎶 Live DJ and post-race festivities 🤝 Community wellness resources ❤️ 100% of proceeds and donations from this event benefit Panacea Holistic Institute. OFFICIAL INCIDENT REPORT ✔️ UFOs confirmed ✔️ Cookbook recovered ✔️ Agent 562 dispatched ✔️ Agent Frank remains concerned The truth is out there. The finish line is right here. Register now before the mothership departs. 👽🛸🏁
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for August 16.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Long Beach, CA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
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When is Alien Invasion Man-5K 10K & Half Marathon – Health is Wealth Expo 2026 — Long Beach, CA?
Alien Invasion Man-5K 10K & Half Marathon – Health is Wealth Expo 2026 — Long Beach, CA takes place on August 16, 2026. The race is held in Long Beach, California.
Where is Alien Invasion Man-5K 10K & Half Marathon – Health is Wealth Expo 2026 — Long Beach, CA held?
Alien Invasion Man-5K 10K & Half Marathon – Health is Wealth Expo 2026 — Long Beach, CA is held at 5400 E Ocean Blvd in Long Beach, California.
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