Mardi Gras Run - Run for the Beads - 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon by Califlow Runs

This spring, racing fans and runners of all skill levels and ages will have the opportunity to “run the course” at the 8th Annual Grand Prix Foundation of Long Beach 5K on April 12, 2026, which will benefit local charities through the Grand Prix Foundation of Long Beach.

Participants will run a two-lap tour of the world-famous Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach racecourse including Pine Avenue and Seaside Way, with the finish at the official Grand Prix start/finish line on Shoreline Drive. Kids 12 and under can get in on the action with the Kids’ Turbo 1K, which will take place after the main races on a portion of the regular racecourse. The other two races will be the Elite/Pro 5K (those who can finish the race in under 25 minutes) which will start at 7:00 a.m. and the run for the general public, beginning at 7:30 a.m.

Each runner will receive a finisher medal, an official Grand Prix Foundation 5K t-shirt, post-race refreshments and two complimentary Friday general admission tickets to the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, a $68 value. There will also be photo ops and activities in the 5K festival area at the conclusion of the run.

NEW LEGACY RACE SHIRT FOR PARTICPANTS 3+ YEARS RUNNING * From 2021 and on only *

Fast Times in HB 80s Run 🎸

Totally Rad. Totally Fast. Totally 80s!

📍 Huntington Beach, CA — Lot 25

Dust off your leg warmers, pump up the boombox, and get ready to run it back to the 80s! Step into a time machine and experience Fast Times in HB — a totally tubular 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon where the vibes are high, the outfits are wild, and the music is loud!

Whether you're rocking neon spandex, channeling your inner Ferris Bueller, or just here for fast times and good vibes, this is the ultimate throwback running party. 🏁✨

🎭 Costume Contest

Go all-in on your best 80s look — sweatbands, tracksuits, tutus, and leg warmers are highly encouraged! 🕶️

🏆 The most outrageous, nostalgic, and creative outfits will win epic prizes.

🎸 80s Beach Party After the Run

The fun doesn’t stop at the finish line — join us for a totally rad post-race party featuring:

✅ Live DJ spinning the best 80s hits

✅ Local vendors + exclusive race swag

✅ Photo ops with 80s props 🚗

✅ Delicious post-run snacks to refuel

📍 Race Day Pickup

Available starting at 6:30 AM at the event site.

💡 Save time by grabbing your packet early — lines can get long on race day!

📼 Why Run Fast Times?

✔ Flat & scenic oceanfront course

✔ Chip Timing - 80s finisher medal 🏅

✔ Low-key, high-energy community vibes

✔ All paces welcome — flashback fun for everyone!

🎟 Sign Up & Join the 80s Movement!

Spots are limited — grab your Walkman, lace up your neon kicks, and secure your spot today!

🔗 Register Now

🌊 About CaliFlow Runs

CaliFlow Runs hosts 50+ races annually across Southern California’s beaches and parks.

🏃‍♀️ Find your next running adventure → CaliFlowRuns.com

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✨ Run for the Planet 🌱 An Earth Day Run by CaliFlow Runs ✨

IMPORTANT:

If it doesn’t say CaliFlow Runs, it’s not the CaliFlow experience.

Always check that you’re registering for an official CaliFlow Runs event.

🌎 Run for the Planet 🌱 An Earth Day Run by CaliFlow Runs

📍 Long Beach – Alamitos Beach

📅 April 18, 2026

🏃 5K | 10K | Half Marathon

Celebrate Earth Day the CaliFlow way at Run for the Planet—a high-vibe coastal race honoring community, sustainability, and the beautiful place we call home. This isn’t just a run…

it’s a movement to protect our planet while experiencing the unmatched CaliFlow energy you love.

🌱 What’s Included (The Full CaliFlow Experience):

✨ CaliFlow Quality Perks

✔ Professional Chip Timing – Accurate and reliable results for every distance

✔ Free Race Photos – Unlimited downloadable high-quality photos

✔ Finisher Medal for All – Earth Day–themed medal you'll be proud to add to your collection

✔ Age Group Awards – Top 3 Male & Female in every 10 -year division

✔ Overall Awards – Top 3 Male & Female in each distance

✔ The CaliFlow Experience – High-vibe energy, community support, welcoming atmosphere, smiling volunteers, beautiful course, and photo ops only CaliFlow delivers. Where community meets the finish line.

👕 Sustainable Race Shirt

A beautifully designed shirt made from:

• Natural fibers

• 100% non-toxic materials

• Organic, water-based, plant-based inks

♻️ Our Eco-Friendly Race Commitment

🌿 Encouraging cup-free racing — bring a reusable bottle

🌿 Supporting zero-waste initiatives throughout the event

🌿 Offering planet-friendly swag and materials

🌿 Raising awareness around sustainability and outdoor stewardship

🌿 Giving back to our partner causes

💚 Why Run This Race?

Feel the ocean breeze, take in the coastal beauty of Long Beach, and join hundreds of runners united for a cause that matters.

Run with purpose. Run with heart. Run for the planet.

🌍 Be part of the movement. Register today.

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Run for the Planet – April 18, 2026

Join us for a thrilling celebration of loving our planet, environmental stewardship, and movement!

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

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 half marathoners, email your request to events@hightideruns.com. All early starters will not be eligible for awards.

Out and Back Course

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, gels, and fruit 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.

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

Results & Photos: An email with race results and photos will be sent the day after the race and earlier on Instagram. 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, San Diego, the San Fernando Valley, and Orange County. Register for multiple races at a time to earn a discount. Check our full schedule.

Have Another Question? Check our FAQ page, it's probably answered there!

We invite patients and their friends and families throughout the state of California to be with us in-person or virtually for our 16th Annual March for Marrow at the iconic Shoreline Village, in Long Beach, CA. We will run or walk along the beautiful shore and FUNDRAISE for the Aplastic Anemia and MDS International Foundation, Inc. (AAMDSIF).

AAMDSIF provides education, support, and hope for patients living with aplastic anemia, myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS), paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH) and related bone marrow failure diseases.