Long Beach Labor Day Run - Merging Forces 5K, 10K, Kids Dash
Long Beach Labor Day Run - Merging Forces 5K, 10K, Kids Dash is a running race on September 7, 2026 in Long Beach, CA, with entry fees from $15 to $65.99.
- Date
- September 7, 2026 (46 days to go)
- Price
- $15–$65.99
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Shoreline Aquatic Park, 200 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802
📍 Shoreline Village, Long Beach, CA
📅 Labor Day - Monday, September 7, 2026
Start your Labor Day with purpose, movement, and community at the inaugural Labor of Love – Merging Forces Run.
Set against the stunning backdrop of Long Beach’s waterfront, this race begins near the iconic lighthouse at Shoreline Village and takes you on a scenic route through the village and out onto the beautiful beach path. It’s one of the most vibrant and picturesque courses the city has to offer—perfect for runners, walkers, and everyone in between.
This special event is proudly hosted in partnership with Merge Opportunities, a nonprofit dedicated to creating pathways for underserved youth, system-impacted individuals, and transitioning foster youth. Through job training, mentorship, and essential support services, Merge empowers individuals to rebuild, reconnect, and move forward with purpose.
💛 Run with meaning. Move with purpose. Be part of something bigger.
Come out and celebrate the launch of this brand-new Labor Day tradition—where community, impact, and good energy come together.
✨ What You Can Expect:
✔️ Professional Chip Timing
✔️ Instant Results – powered by ChronoTrack, available within minutes of finishing
✔️ Free Race Day Photos – no upsells, ever
✔️ Multiple On-Course Water Stations
✔️ Flat, Fast, Scenic Beach Path Course
✔️ Vendors, Music & Finish Line Festival Vibes
✔️ All the CaliFlow energy you know and love
Whether you’re chasing a PR, walking with friends, or just showing up for something meaningful—this is your moment.
Come for the run. Stay for the vibe. Run for a reason.
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
84°
Typical Low
65°
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.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Long Beach Labor Day Run - Merging Forces 5K, 10K, Kids Dash, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
46
Days to train
- Race
- Long Beach Labor Day Run - Merging Forces 5K, 10K, Kids Dash
- Date
- September 7, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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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.
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.
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Long Beach Labor Day Run - Merging Forces 5K, 10K, Kids Dash
Sep 7, 2026