Howl at the Moon – 5K, 10K, 10M, and Half Marathon
Howl at the Moon – 5K, 10K, 10M, and Half Marathon is a running race on August 9, 2026 in Long Beach, CA, with entry fees from $45 to $50.
- Date
- August 9, 2026 (17 days to go)
- Price
- $45–$50
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
The moon lit the way — now it's our turn to shine! Come run, walk, or race your heart out at Howl at the Moon, an adventure fueled by full moon energy and summertime vibes. Gather your crew, unleash your inner wolf, and let’s make some noise under the wide open sky!
Race Details
Start Location: Alamitos Beach, 780 E Shoreline Dr, Long Beach
Parking: Parking in the lot is $2/hour and starts at 8am, if you are running the Half/10m you can use the Passport app to pay for parking. Street parking is free.
Event Schedule
Saturday
1-3:00pm – Early bib pick-up on the 2nd floor at Sports Basement Long Beach (store discount sent via email the week of the event)
Sunday
6:20am – Bib pick-up opens at the tables closest to Claremont Ave
7:00am – Half marathon & 10m start
7:30am – 5k & 10k start
7:35am – Registration & start line close
10:20am – Course closes (3 hours, 20 minutes for the Half and 10m)
Early start of 6:30am may be pre-arranged for half marathoners, email your request to events@hightideruns.com. All early starters will not be eligible for awards.
Out and Back Course
5k & 10k: The 5k route is used for the 5k (one lap) and 10k (two laps) – 5k route
10m: The 5m route is used for the 10m (two laps) – 5m route
Half: The 5m route is run twice and the 5k route is run once for the Half – 5m route and 5k route
More about the Course
The beach path is an open course, so you will encounter others using it. When we start the race, please stay on the right side of the beach path. The right side is for pedestrians and the left side is for cyclists.
On-Course Support: A fully stocked water station is located at the Belmont Pier. The finish line will also have an aid station stocked with water, gatorade, gels, and fruit snacks. We have a first aid kit at each station and all High Tides Crew Members have received CPR training. The turns are clearly marked with chalk, a runner turn sign, and a flag
Final Details
Bib: Please wear your race bib on the front of your shirt so we can track your time and send your pics!
Gear Check: You may leave personal items with staff at the registration tent. Please bring your own bag.
Awards: 1st place medals are given to the overall 1st male and female in each distance.
Results & Photos: An email with race results and photos will be sent the day after the race and earlier on Instagram. Race photos are free!
Join Us Again: Did you have a blast running with us at our low-pressure, high vibes race? We have themed races throughout the year in Long Beach, Santa Monica, the San Fernando Valley, and Orange County. Register for multiple races at a time to earn a discount. Check our full schedule
Have Another Question? Check our FAQ page, it's probably answered there!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
83°
Typical Low
66°
Chance of Rain
1%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Long Beach Daugherty Fld, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Long Beach, CA
Population
458,491
as of 2023
City Elevation
15 ft
Nearest Airport
LGB
Long Beach International Airport · 3 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
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17
Days to train
- Race
- Howl at the Moon – 5K, 10K, 10M, and Half Marathon
- Date
- August 9, 2026
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Howl at the Moon – 5K, 10K, 10M, and Half Marathon
Aug 9, 2026