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Last Dash Before Midnight 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs

Last Dash Before Midnight 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs is a running race on December 31, 2026 in Long Beach, CA, with entry fees from $38.99 to $48.99.

Date
December 31, 2026 (161 days to go)
Price
$38.99–$48.99
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

 
🎉 Last Dash Before Midnight – Long Beach Edition
5K • 10K • Half Marathon
📍 5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA
📅 Wednesday , December 31, 2025

 
🕒 Race Morning Schedule
📍 Location: 5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach
📝 Check-In & Bib Pickup: 6:00 AM
➡️ Bib pickup will take place at the Race Ready tents

Same Day Registration is also at the Race Ready Athletic Tents

🏁 Start Times
🔹 Half Marathon – 7:00 AM
🔹 10K & 5K – 8:00 AM

 
🎊 About the Race
End the year with miles, music, ocean views, and good vibes. Last Dash Before Midnight is your chance to lace up, move your body, and celebrate one final run before the year wraps up. Come for the run, stay for the fun — this is a classic CaliFlow morning.

 
What You Get

⏱ Professional Chip Timing
📸 Free Race Photos
💧 3 On-Course Water Stations
🏅  Finisher Medal

🏅  Overall and Age Group Awards
🎶 Fun Finish-Line Energy
🌊 Scenic Long Beach Coastal Course

 
🎉 Finish Strong
Kick off New Year’s Eve with a run, a smile, and that “I did it” feeling — then go enjoy the rest of your day knowing you ended the year on a high note.

Run first. Celebrate later. 🎊

Events

Half Marathon$48.99
5K$38.99
10K$42.99

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

67°

Typical Low

46°

Chance of Rain

18%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Long Beach Daugherty Fld, 4 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:57 AMSunset 4:54 PMDaylight 9h 57m

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.

Race Location

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Last Dash Before Midnight 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

161

Days to train

Race
Last Dash Before Midnight 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs
Date
December 31, 2026

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From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

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.

With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.

Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.

Read the Guide

Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Plan your trip

Make it a Racecation

Coming from out of town? There's more to Long Beach than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Last Dash Before Midnight 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs?+
Last Dash Before Midnight 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs is a running race held in Long Beach, California on December 31, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the Last Dash Before Midnight 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs?+
Thursday, December 31, 2026 in Long Beach, California at 5400 E Ocean Blvd. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Last Dash Before Midnight 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Last Dash Before Midnight 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs

Dec 31, 2026

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