Name: The Jingle Bell Dash Kids Dash, 1 Miler, 5K, 10K and Half Marathon & Santa Paws Doggie Run
Start: 2026-12-19T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Long Beach, CA

Question 1

What is The Jingle Bell Dash Kids Dash, 1 Miler, 5K, 10K and Half Marathon & Santa Paws Doggie Run?

Accepted Answer

The Jingle Bell Run – A Holiday Race by the Beach! &#x1f4cd; 5000 E Ocean Blvd Long Beach, CA 90803 &#x1f4c5; December 20, 2026 &#x1f3c3; 5K | 10K | Half Marathon| Kids Dash| Get ready to dash into the holiday season with the Jingle Bell Dash ! Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Granada Beach- Long Beach, this festive race brings holiday cheer, coastal vibes, and plenty of jingle bells to go around! Whether you're here to race, celebrate, or just enjoy the holiday magic, this event is guaranteed to fill your spirit with joy! &#x1f384; What’s Included? ✅ Festive Finisher Medal – A custom-designed holiday medal for all participants! ✅ Chip-Timed Event – Accurate timing for all runners. ✅ Age Division Awards – Celebrate your race-day victory! ✅ Top 3 Overall Male & Female Awards – For each race distance. ✅ Free Downloadable Race Photos ✅ Finish Line Festival with DJ ✅ Pictures with Santa Clause &#x1f385; More Than Just a Race – Holiday Fun for All! &#x1f3ad; Costume Contest – Show Off Your Holiday Spirit! Dress up as Santa, an elf, a reindeer, or even the Grinch! The most creative and festive costumes will win special prizes! &#x1f514; Jingle Bell Dash Challenge! Every runner will receive jingle bells for their shoes! The challenge? Be the jolliest runner on the course! The runner who jingles the loudest wins a prize! &#x1f4f8; Santa’s Photo Booth & Holiday Fun Zone! Snap a picture with Santa, enjoy festive treats, and soak in the holiday magic at our post-race Holiday Fun Zone! &#x1f3b6; Live DJ Playing Holiday Jams! Stay after the race for a coastal holiday party with music, games, and fun for the whole family! &#x1f39f; Same Day Registration & Packet Pick-Up Registration/Bib Pick-Up : 6:00 AM – &#x1f3c1; Half Marathon Start 7:00 AM &#x1f3c3;‍♂️ 5K & 10K Start: 8:30 AM &#x1f6a8; Important: No late starts. Arrive early to ensure you’re ready to run! &#x1f697; Parking Information ✅ Street Parking is FREE - Beach Lot os $2.00 per hour &#x1f385; Weather & Safety ❄️ Rain or Shine Event! ☀️ Expect cool coastal breezes – perfect for a winter run! &#x1f300; In case of extreme weather (Santa getting stuck in the sandstorm, a gingerbread house collapse, or a rogue reindeer invasion), updates will be sent via email & social media. &#x1f381; Spread the Cheer! &#x1f4f2; Tag us with #CaliFlowRuns for a chance to be featured! &#x1f39f; Tune in on Fridays for #FreeEntryFriday—answer fun questions to win a free race entry! Don’t miss out on the most festive beachside run of the season! Sign up today and jingle all the way to the finish line! &#x1f385;&#x1f3c3;‍♀️&#x1f384;

Question 2

When and where is The Jingle Bell Dash Kids Dash, 1 Miler, 5K, 10K and Half Marathon & Santa Paws Doggie Run?

Accepted Answer

The Jingle Bell Dash Kids Dash, 1 Miler, 5K, 10K and Half Marathon & Santa Paws Doggie Run takes place on Saturday, December 19, 2026 in Long Beach, CA. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.

Question 3

How do I register for The Jingle Bell Dash Kids Dash, 1 Miler, 5K, 10K and Half Marathon & Santa Paws Doggie Run?

Accepted Answer

Registration for The Jingle Bell Dash Kids Dash, 1 Miler, 5K, 10K and Half Marathon & Santa Paws Doggie Run is handled through RunSignup, the official registration platform used by most Midwest endurance events. You can sign up, review available distances, and complete your registration at: https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/LongBeach/TheKrisKringleJingleDash?a=4ZlhFMGG8BjCl2rf0NBV4QwYQwQKQjIn

Question 4

Do I need to qualify to enter The Jingle Bell Dash Kids Dash, 1 Miler, 5K, 10K and Half Marathon & Santa Paws Doggie Run?

Accepted Answer

No qualifying time is required. The Jingle Bell Dash Kids Dash, 1 Miler, 5K, 10K and Half Marathon & Santa Paws Doggie Run is open to all experience levels. Some distances may have age minimums or cut-off times — check the official registration page for the specific requirements before signing up.

The Jingle Bell Dash Kids Dash, 1 Miler, 5K, 10K and Half Marathon & Santa Paws Doggie Run

The Jingle Bell Run – A Holiday Race by the Beach!
📍 5000 E Ocean Blvd Long Beach, CA 90803
📅 December 20, 2026
🏃 5K | 10K | Half Marathon| Kids Dash|

🎄 What’s Included?
✅ Festive Finisher Medal – A custom-designed holiday medal for all participants!
✅ Chip-Timed Event – Accurate timing for all runners.
✅ Age Division Awards – Celebrate your race-day victory!
✅ Top 3 Overall Male & Female Awards – For each race distance.

✅ Free Downloadable Race Photos

✅ Finish Line Festival with DJ

✅ Pictures with Santa Clause

🎅 More Than Just a Race – Holiday Fun for All!

🎭 Costume Contest – Show Off Your Holiday Spirit!
Dress up as Santa, an elf, a reindeer, or even the Grinch! The most creative and festive costumes will win special prizes!

🔔 Jingle Bell Dash Challenge!
Every runner will receive jingle bells for their shoes! The challenge? Be the jolliest runner on the course! The runner who jingles the loudest wins a prize!

📸 Santa’s Photo Booth & Holiday Fun Zone!
Snap a picture with Santa, enjoy festive treats, and soak in the holiday magic at our post-race Holiday Fun Zone!

🎶 Live DJ Playing Holiday Jams!
Stay after the race for a coastal holiday party with music, games, and fun for the whole family!

🎟 Same Day Registration & Packet Pick-Up

Registration/Bib Pick-Up: 6:00 AM –
🏁 Half Marathon Start 7:00 AM
🏃‍♂️ 5K & 10K Start: 8:30 AM

🚨 Important: No late starts. Arrive early to ensure you’re ready to run!

🚗 Parking Information
✅ Street Parking is FREE - Beach Lot os $2.00 per hour

🎅 Weather & Safety
❄️ Rain or Shine Event!
☀️ Expect cool coastal breezes – perfect for a winter run!
🌀 In case of extreme weather (Santa getting stuck in the sandstorm, a gingerbread house collapse, or a rogue reindeer invasion), updates will be sent via email & social media.

🎁 Spread the Cheer!
📲 Tag us with #CaliFlowRuns for a chance to be featured!
🎟 Tune in on Fridays for #FreeEntryFriday—answer fun questions to win a free race entry!

Don’t miss out on the most festive beachside run of the season! Sign up today and jingle all the way to the finish line! 🎅🏃‍♀️🎄

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The Jingle Bell Run – A Holiday Race by the Beach!📍 5000 E Ocean Blvd Long Beach, CA 90803📅 December 20, 2026🏃 5K | 10K | Half Marathon| Kids Dash|

🎄 What’s Included?✅ Festive Finisher Medal – A custom-designed holiday medal for all participants!✅ Chip-Timed Event – Accurate timing for all runners.✅ Age Division Awards – Celebrate your race-day victory!✅ Top 3 Overall Male & Female Awards – For each race distance.