Winter Runderland 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon. Kids Dash
- Date
- December 13, 2026
- Distance
- 5K · 10K · Half Marathon & more
From the Organizer
🎄✨ Winter Runderland — The Most Wonderful Run of the Year!
Clip on those bells, grab your crew, and make Long Beach your very own North Pole with sand. Jingle all the way, CaliFlow-style!
🎅❄️ Winter Runderland 5K • 10K • Half Marathon • Kids Dash
📍 5000 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90803 (Easy Parking)
📅 Sunday, December 13, 2026
✨ Where jingle bells meet running shoes and holiday cheer hits full speed! ( We provide the Jingle Bells, you provide the running shoes)
Race Day Registration Available
🕕 Bib Pick-Up & Start Times
📦 Bib Pick-Up: 6:00 AM to 7:35 AM (@ Race Ready Athletics Tent)
🏁 Half Marathon Start: 7:00 AM
🏁 5K & 10K Start: 8:00 AM
⚠️ No late starts — Santa waits for no one (he’s on a global schedule).
🎄 About the Event
Welcome to Winter Runderland, where snowflakes meet shoreline vibes and everyone on the “nice list” gets a medal!
Clip jingle bells to your shoes and jingle-jangle down the coast like you’re leading Santa’s warm-weather reindeer squad. It’s a holiday tradition with a Cali twist — ocean breeze, twinkle lights, and the sound of bells in rhythm with your stride.
🎁 What You’ll Get
🏅 Custom Holiday Finisher Medal (looks good under a tree or on Insta)
⏱️ USATF-Certified Course + Professional Chip Timing
🎶 DJ spinning holiday remixes at the Finish Line Festival
📸 Epic Photo Ops every few steps — elves not included (but encouraged)
📷 Free Race Day Photos for your memories and memes
🥇 Age-Group & Overall Awards — show off your “run-deer” speed
🍪 Finish-Line Snacks + Hot Cocoa + Candy Canes
💧 Water & Electrolyte Stations every 2 miles
🎭 Festive Costume Contest!
– Most Festive Outfit 🧣
– Best Group / Family Theme 🎁
– Most “Extra” Holiday Spirit 💃
🎅 Special Guest: Santa Claus!
He’s trading the chimney for the coastline — wave, snap a selfie, or tell him what PR you want for Christmas!
🅿️ Parking & Event Info
🚗 Free street parking
💵 Beach lot $2/hr (Passport app or machine)
🚻 Restrooms near the start
👶 Stroller & walker-friendly
🏁 Fully marked, flat, fast course with sleigh-worthy views
💫 Know the Difference
Other event companies may operate in the same areas, but the CaliFlow Runs experience is one of a kind.
If you’ve found our races and love our vibe — the community, the energy, the photos, the finish line fun — make sure you’re signing up for the real thing.
Before registering, always look for the CaliFlow Runs name or logo so you know you’re joining our event — where every race is built with heart, inclusivity, and good vibes only. 💙✨
☀️ Weather & Safety
This event is RAIN or SHINE — because elves don’t cancel.
(Only postponed for tidal waves or zombie reindeer 🧟🦌 — we’ll email you if that happens.)
💫 Join the Holiday Movement
Post your sparkle and tag @CaliFlowRuns + #WinterRunderland #CaliFlowRuns for a chance to be featured!
Don’t miss #FreeEntryFriday — Santa isn’t the only one giving presents this season.
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
66°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
17%
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.
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- Race
- Winter Runderland 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon. Kids Dash
- Date
- December 13, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Winter Runderland 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon. Kids Dash?
- Winter Runderland 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon. Kids Dash is a running race held in Long Beach, California on December 13, 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 Winter Runderland 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon. Kids Dash?
- Sunday, December 13, 2026 in Long Beach, California at 5000 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Winter Runderland 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon. Kids Dash?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Winter Runderland 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon. Kids Dash
Dec 13, 2026