SoCal's Pirate's 5k/10k Run/Walk
- Date
- June 20, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk · 10K Run/Walk · The Pirate’s 1-Mile Race & more
From the Organizer
The SoCal Pirate’s 5K/10K
Long Beach Shoreline Park
SATURDAY, June 20, 2026
8:00 AM MASS START for both the 5K & 10K
Kid’s Dash: 7:45 AM
Be part of the largest pirate gathering atmosphere in Southern California! Ships ahoy! The pirates have landed in Long Beach! Shoreline Park offers a SHIP Filled scenic area for an even bigger pirate invasion.
The Pirate’s Run is themed throughout the course, complete with hidden treasures along the way. Make it a party or come to race fast, this is a FLAT & FAST paved beach course with incredible ocean views.
LOCATION
Long Beach Shoreline Park
212 Golden Shore
Long Beach, CA 90802
PARKING
Parking is available at the Aquarium/Queensway Bay Parking Garage located at:
99 Aquarium Way
Long Beach, CA 90802
The parking structure is conveniently located across from the Aquarium of the Pacific and within walking distance of the race venue.
For current parking rates and additional parking information, visit:
ParkLB Waterfront Parking Information
COURSE
A beautiful paved course with ocean views! Flat, fast, and wide enough for strollers, walkers, and dogs on leashes (please stay to the right).
EVERY PARTICIPANT RECEIVES
The BEST EVER custom-designed Pirate-themed FINISHER MEDAL
Pirate-themed event T-shirt
Custom race bib
Flat, fast course — CHIP TIMED by Itz About Time
Age division awards every 5-year age group (top 3 in each division up to 85+)
Dress pirate-themed or come in your running gear
Trophies for top 3 overall male/female finishers
Awards for top 3 BEST-DRESSED pirate-themed outfits
You won’t want to miss THE Pirate’s Party Race. GET MOTIVATED!
ARGH! Walk the plank, it’s a pirate invasion!
AWARDS
Top 3 Male/Female Overall Awards
“In It To Win It” age divisions (3 deep) for both the 5K and 10K:
1–10, 11–14, 15–19, 20–24, 25–29, 30–34, 35–39, 40–44, 45–49, 50–54, 55–59, 60–64, 65–69, 70–74, 75–79, 80–84, 85+
EARLY RACE PACKET PICK-UP
Sports Basement Long Beach
2100 N Bellflower Blvd
Long Beach, CA 90815
Friday, June 19, 2026
3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
7:00 AM – 8:00 AM: Registration OPEN. Shirts and bibs available for race-day pickup. Captain Jack LIVE entertainment
7:45 AM: Start for Pirate’s 1-Mile Race & Little Pirate’s Kid’s Dash
8:00 AM: Mass Start of 10K Run and 5K Run/Walk
9:00 AM: 5K Awards followed by 10K Awards
WHAT’S HAPPENING ON STAGE
7:00 AM – 8:00 AM
Jack Sparrow pirate demos, fencing, and crowd entertainment
7:30 AM
Jack Sparrow starts the Pirate’s 1-Mile Race & Little Pirate’s Kid’s Dash
7:30 AM – 8:00 AM
Pirate music and a high-energy pirate warm-up led by Jack Sparrow
7:55 AM
Mass crowd picture with banner & Caren Ware announcement about race proceeds and charitable impact
8:00 AM START | 9:00 AM AWARDS
Take selfies at the selfie booth and with Jack Sparrow, and remember to tag:
#carenwareevents
Caren Ware adopted a village in Nepal near Everest Base Camp while running the Everest Marathon at 18,000 feet. Proceeds from the races benefit many of the needs she encountered while running remote marathons on every continent.
Be sure to check out the newly released book FINDING FIT! Signed copies will be available for purchase at the race.
FAQ
Pets
Not an easy course for pets.
Strollers
Families may bring strollers but do so at their own risk. Please stay to the right.
Important Notes
Only registered participants wearing a visible race bib will receive a finisher medal.
This course is shared with the public. Please be aware of cyclists, walkers, and other runners using the path.
Race takes place rain, shine, or shipwreck!
Ahoy mateys, let’s run!
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
77°
Typical Low
62°
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 SoCal's Pirate's 5k/10k Run/Walk, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
12
Days to train
- Race
- SoCal's Pirate's 5k/10k Run/Walk
- Date
- June 20, 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.
The 10K is the distance where running stops feeling like a starting point and starts feeling like a sport. Long enough to require a real training block. Short enough that race day is fully manageable for a first-timer who's put in the work.
Race day energy at a 10K is community at its best — strangers cheering you by name, people moving toward the same goal, an atmosphere that solo training can't replicate. It's fast enough that you'll spend the whole race pushing rather than managing your effort.
This is also the distance that builds the base for everything else. Most athletes who go on to run half marathons, do triathlons, or compete in HYROX started here. What you need: running shoes fitted to your stride, a training plan, and the race on your calendar. The registration is what makes the deadline real.
How long to train: 4–8 weeks for most fitness levels.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the SoCal's Pirate's 5k/10k Run/Walk?
- SoCal's Pirate's 5k/10k Run/Walk is a running race held in Long Beach, California on June 20, 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 SoCal's Pirate's 5k/10k Run/Walk?
- Saturday, June 20, 2026 in Long Beach, California at LONG BEACH SHORELINE PARK, Long Beach, CA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the SoCal's Pirate's 5k/10k Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
SoCal's Pirate's 5k/10k Run/Walk
Jun 20, 2026