Summer Solstice Run : 5K.10K. Half Marathon –by Califlow Runs
- Date
- June 20, 2026
- Distance
- 5K · 10K · Half Marathon
From the Organizer
🌞 SUMMER SOLSTICE RUN: 5K. 10K. Half Marathon – LONG BEACH 🌊✨
“Run the Longest Day, Shine the Brightest Way!”
Celebrate the longest day of the year with an electrifying glow run along the scenic Long Beach coastline! As the sun rises, the party begins—race under the golden hues of sunrise. Whether you’re running the 5K.10K or half marathon, this is your chance to embrace the solstice spirit with a vibrant community of runners.
💛 Race Location: 5400 E Ocean Blvd Long Beach, CA 90803
📍 Bib Pick-Up & Start Times
📅 Race Day Check-In
🕕 6:00 AM - | Location: Race Ready Athletics Tent near the start line
🏁 Race Start
🕡 7:00 AM Half Marathon | 5K & 10K - 7:30 AM
🚗 Parking Information
✅ Street Parking: Free
✅ Beach Lot: $2.00 per hour
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Cross the finish line and glow with pride! All finishers receive a medal
🥇 The Top 3 male & female finishers in each distance will receive special medals to commemorate their glowing achievement.
🔥 Why Join the Summer Solstice Run?
🌅 Scenic Course: Run along the stunning Long Beach coastline, soaking in ocean views, palm trees, and sunset vibes.
🎉Professional Chip Timing, Finisher medals for all, overall and age group awards.
🎶 Post-Race Celebration: The party doesn’t stop at the finish line! Dance under the summer night sky with music, refreshments, and fun photo ops.
☀️ Embrace the Solstice Spirit: This isn’t just a run—it’s a celebration of light, life, and the joy of movement!
🔥 Get ready to vibe, and celebrate the arrival of summer! 🔥
🌴 LET THE SUMMER BEGIN! 🌞✨
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About This Sport
From Endurance Grid's Founder
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The half marathon is the distance where you find out what you're actually made of. Long enough to demand real preparation. Short enough that it doesn't consume your life to train for it. Most people who run their first half describe it as the race that changed their relationship with what they're capable of. Once you cross this finish line, the bar moves. That's not a warning — that's the point.
Race day energy varies by event size, but the finish line feeling is the same regardless. Big races keep the noise going the whole way. Smaller races give you stretches where it's just you and the miles — and that solitude becomes its own kind of fuel.
The half marathon rewards people who show up for the boring training miles.
How long to train: 10–14 weeks. If you're already running consistently, 10 weeks of structured buildup is enough. If you're building from a casual base, give yourself 14.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Summer Solstice Run : 5K.10K. Half Marathon –by Califlow Runs?
- Summer Solstice Run : 5K.10K. Half Marathon –by Califlow Runs is a running event held in Long Beach, CA. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Summer Solstice Run : 5K.10K. Half Marathon –by Califlow Runs?
- Saturday, June 20, 2026 in Long Beach, CA at 5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Summer Solstice Run : 5K.10K. Half Marathon –by Califlow Runs?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Summer Solstice Run : 5K.10K. Half Marathon –by Califlow Runs
Jun 20, 2026