Popsicle Dash - Free Community Event - 5K by Califlow Runs
- Date
- July 16, 2026
- Distance
- 5K · 1 Miler · Little Kids 300 Yard Dash
From the Organizer
Free Community Event • 5K
📍 5100 E Ocean Blvd, Granada Beach (Rosie’s Dog Beach), Long Beach, CA 90803
Get ready for good energy, ocean breezes, and a little bit of Long Beach weirdness.
Popsicle Dash is not just a run — it’s a whole mood. This free 5K community event celebrates movement, sunshine, and the laid-back, colorful spirit of Long Beach. Walk, jog, or run — all paces welcome.
FREE Popsicles at the finish line
🏁 Event Perks
🌊 Flat, fast beach path with ocean views
🏅 Finisher medals for all participants
🍧 Popsicles at the finish line
📷 Free race photos
🍼 Stroller- and walker-friendly
🔥 🏖 “Most Extra Costume Contest” 🏖 🔥
Any costume. Any vibe. You choose.
Show up in your wildest, weirdest, most over-the-top look. Think:
🏄♂️ Hawaiian shirts & beach party vibes
🌈 Neon retro fits
🦩 Flamingos, inflatables, or totally random accessories
🎶 90s LBC throwback looks
🏆 Winners crowned post-run — plus ultimate bragging rights for being the most extra.
📍 Check-In & Start Time
🕕 Check-In Opens: 5:00 PM
📍 5100 E Ocean blvd Long Beach, CA 90803 (Granada Beach)
🏁 5K Start:6:30PM
🚗 Parking Information
✅ Free street parking available
🅿️ Beach lot parking: $2.00 per hour (pay at the machine)
🫶 Safety First
We prioritize participant safety at every event:
💧 Water stations on course
🚑 Medical staff at the finish
🎉 Ready to Run, Chill & Cool Off?
Bring your friends, your family, your pup, and your best summer energy.
Run the miles. Earn the popsicle.
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
82°
Typical Low
65°
Chance of Rain
2%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Long Beach Daugherty Fld, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Long Beach, CA
Population
458,491
as of 2023
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 Popsicle Dash - Free Community Event - 5K by Califlow Runs, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
38
Days to train
- Race
- Popsicle Dash - Free Community Event - 5K by Califlow Runs
- Date
- July 16, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Popsicle Dash - Free Community Event - 5K by Califlow Runs?
- Popsicle Dash - Free Community Event - 5K by Califlow Runs is a running race held in Long Beach, California on July 16, 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 Popsicle Dash - Free Community Event - 5K by Califlow Runs?
- Thursday, July 16, 2026 in Long Beach, California at 5100 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Popsicle Dash - Free Community Event - 5K by Califlow Runs?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Popsicle Dash - Free Community Event - 5K by Califlow Runs
Jul 16, 2026