Donut Runners Rejoice – 5K, 10K, 10-Miler, Half Marathon

Candy and chocolate season is over, pie and cookie season is coming, but you know what we really want? Donuts!

Race Details

Start Location: Alamitos Beach, 780 E Shoreline Dr. Long Beach, CA

Parking: Parking in the lot is $2/hour and starts at 8am, if you are running the Half/10m you can use the Passport app to pay for parking. Street parking is free.

Event Schedule

Saturday

1-3pm – Early bib pick-up on the 2nd floor at Sports Basement Long Beach (store discount sent via email the week of the event & post event)

Sunday

6:20am – Bib pick-up opens

7:00am – Half marathon & 10m start

7:30am – 5k & 10k start

7:35am – Registration & start line close

10:20am – Course closes (3 hours, 20 minutes for the Half and 10m)

Early start of 6:30am may be pre-arranged for 10m and half marathoners only, email your request to events@hightideruns.com. All early starters will not be eligible for awards.

Out and Back Courses

5k & 10k: The 5k route is used for the 5k (one lap) and 10k (two laps) – 5k route

10m: The 5m route is used for the 10m (two laps) – 5m route

Half: The 5m route is run twice and the 5k route is run once for the Half – 5m route and 5k route

More about the Course:

The beach path is an open course, so you will encounter others using it. When we start the race, please stay on the right side of the beach path. The right side is for pedestrians and the left side is for cyclists.

On-Course Support:

A fully stocked water station is located along the course. The finish line will also have an aid station stocked with water, electrolytes, and snacks. We have a first aid kit at each station and all High Tides Crew Members have received CPR training. The turns are clearly marked with chalk, a runner turn sign, and a flag

Final Details

Bib: Please wear your race bib on the front of your shirt so we can track your time and send your pics!

Gear Check: You may leave personal items with staff at the registration tent. Please bring your own bag.

Medals: All finishers earn a race medal. 1st place medals are given to the overall 1st male and female in each distance.

Results: A link for race results and photos will be sent the day after the race. Race photos are free!

Join Us Again: Did you have a blast running with us at our low-pressure, high vibes race? We have themed races throughout the year in Long Beach, the San Fernando Valley, Santa Monica, Fountain Valley, and San Diego. Register for multiple races at a time to earn a discount. Check our full schedule

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