On December 13, 2026, Winter Runderland will take place in Long Beach, California at 5000 E Ocean Blvd, with a 7:00 AM start time. The event offers multiple distances to suit different fitness levels: a 200-yard kids dash, a 1-mile run, a 6.2-mile race, and a half marathon. Entry fees range from $15.00 to $59.99 depending on the distance selected. This multi-distance format makes it accessible for families with younger runners while also accommodating serious endurance athletes training for longer distances. Runners traveling to the area will find the venue centrally located along the coast.
From the Race Organizer
🎄✨ Winter Runderland — The Most Wonderful Run of the Year! Clip on those bells, grab your crew, and make Long Beach your very own North Pole with sand. Jingle all the way, CaliFlow-style! 🎅❄️ Winter Runderland 5K • 10K • Half Marathon • Kids Dash 📍 5000 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90803 (Easy Parking) 📅 Sunday, December 13, 2026 ✨ Where jingle bells meet running shoes and holiday cheer hits full speed! ( We provide the Jingle Bells, you provide the running shoes) Race Day Registration Available 🕕 Bib Pick-Up & Start Times 📦 Bib Pick-Up: 6:00 AM to 7:35 AM (@ Race Ready Athletics Tent) 🏁 Half Marathon Start: 7:00 AM 🏁 5K & 10K Start: 8:00 AM ⚠️ No late starts — Santa waits for no one (he’s on a global schedule). 🎄 About the Event Welcome to Winter Runderland , where snowflakes meet shoreline vibes and everyone on the “nice list” gets a medal! Clip jingle bells to your shoes and jingle-jangle down the coast like you’re leading Santa’s warm-weather reindeer squad. It’s a holiday tradition with a Cali twist — ocean breeze, twinkle lights, and the sound of bells in rhythm with your stride. 🎁 What You’ll Get 🏅 Custom Holiday Finisher Medal (looks good under a tree or on Insta) ⏱️ USATF-Certified Course + Professional Chip Timing 🎶 DJ spinning holiday remixes at the Finish Line Festival 📸 Epic Photo Ops every few steps — elves not included (but encouraged) 📷 Free Race Day Photos for your memories and memes 🥇 Age-Group & Overall Awards — show off your “run-deer” speed 🍪 Finish-Line Snacks + Hot Cocoa + Candy Canes 💧 Water & Electrolyte Stations every 2 miles 🎭 Festive Costume Contest! – Most Festive Outfit 🧣 – Best Group / Family Theme 🎁 – Most “Extra” Holiday Spirit 💃 🎅 Special Guest: Santa Claus! He’s trading the chimney for the coastline — wave, snap a selfie, or tell him what PR you want for Christmas! 🅿️ Parking & Event Info 🚗 Free street parking 💵 Beach lot $2/hr (Passport app or machine) 🚻 Restrooms near the start 👶 Stroller & walker-friendly 🏁 Fully marked, flat, fast course with sleigh-worthy views ☀️ Weather & Safety This event is RAIN or SHINE — because elves don’t cancel. (Only postponed for tidal waves or zombie reindeer 🧟🦌 — we’ll email you if that happens.) 💫 Join the Holiday Movement Post your sparkle and tag @CaliFlowRuns + #WinterRunderland #CaliFlowRuns for a chance to be featured! Don’t miss #FreeEntryFriday — Santa isn’t the only one giving presents this season.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for December 13.
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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Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
When is Winter Runderland 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon. Kids Dash 2026 — Long Beach, CA?
Winter Runderland 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon. Kids Dash 2026 — Long Beach, CA takes place on December 13, 2026. The race is held in Long Beach, California.
Where is Winter Runderland 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon. Kids Dash 2026 — Long Beach, CA held?
Winter Runderland 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon. Kids Dash 2026 — Long Beach, CA is held at 5000 E Ocean Blvd in Long Beach, California.
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