Holiday Half Marathon, 5K & Kids Run
Long Beach, California, United States
Dec, 2026 (TBD)
1mi, 5k, Half-marathon, Fun Run
Race Information
The Holiday Half Marathon is a community event offering a 5K, Half Marathon, and Penguin Waddle Kids' Run. The start and finish line for all events and the festival will be located in Marine Stadium in Long Beach, CA. A pre-race Health and Fitness Expo will also be held during the weekend.
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👍 Run Pick of the Month: 2XU Long Beach Marathon
📍Long Beach - October 10-11, 2026
😄 Why We Like This Run
✅ The "Greatest Hits" Tour of Long Beach
✅ A Course Built for Every Goal
✅ The "Soul of SoCal" Cheer Squads
Known as the "Soul of SoCal," this October tradition transforms Long Beach into a 26.2-mile celebration of coastal energy. It perfectly balances a world-class professional event with the spirit of a tight-knit community block party.
Whether you’re aiming to qualify for Boston or just looking for a scenic way to spend a Sunday morning, the Long Beach Marathon offers an electric atmosphere that carries you from the historic Downtown waterfront all the way to the finish line festival at Marina Green.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 1,000 - 5,000
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: Yes
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