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Run into Summer Vibes 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon – Venice Beach 🌞🌴🏃‍♀️

Get ready to soak up the sunshine and feel the energy of summer at the Summer Vibes Run in beautiful Santa Monica! Whether you’re chasing a personal best or strolling along the beach with friends, this event is all about good vibes, scenic views, and a day of fun under the California sun. Choose from the 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon and join the celebration!

📍 Location: World Famous Muscle Beach – 1 Windward Ace, Venice Beach, CA

📅 Date: Saturday, May 30, 2026

☀️ Run into Summer Vibes – May 30th | Venice Beach, CA

Start your summer the CaliFlow way—with sunshine, good vibes, and a run down the iconic Venice Pier!

Choose from a 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon and soak in the beach views, palm-lined paths, and that fresh ocean breeze. Run, walk, vibe—it’s your miles, your pace.

🏅 What You Get:

✔ Finisher Medal for all participants

📸 Free Race Day Photos – Capture your CaliFlow moment!

🎶 Live DJ & Music at the finish line

💧 Water & Electrolyte Stations along the course

⏰ Bib Pick-Up & Start Times:

📍 Race Ready Athletics Tent

🕠 Bib Pick-Up: 5:30 AM to 6:15 AM

🏁 Half Marathon Start - 6:15 AM

🏁 5K 10K Start : 7:15 AM

🕠 Bib Pick-Up: 6:45 AM to 7:30 AM for 3rd Wave Runners

🌊 Additional Race Day Info:

✔ Restrooms near the start line

✔ Water & aid stations at both U-turn locations

✔ Stroller & walker-friendly event

✔ Fully marked course

☀️ Weather & Safety:

🎭 Rain or Shine Event!

🌊 Extreme weather? (Tsunamis, tidal waves, or zombie apocalypses) – updates will be sent via email & social media.

Plenty of free street parking early in the morning. Public parking is available at the City Lot (2100 Ocean Front Walk)—opens at 6 AM. All-day rates range from $5 to $9. 3 to 4 min walk to start line

🏃‍♂️ Don’t Miss This One!

Whether you’re chasing a PR, soaking in the Venice Beach vibes, or just here for the full moon magic & leprechaun fun—this race is THE PLACE TO BE! 🌕🍀

👟 Ready to run? Let’s GO! 💨🔥

Join us for the 2026 Hills Are Alive 5k Run/Walk and 10k Run!

Race: Saturday May 30, 2026

Options: 5K Run or Walk, 10K Run, Virtual 5k or 10k

Runners/walkers will meet at the historic Ernie Howlett Park on Saturday, May 30!

Check-in begins at 7 am and the race starts at 8 am.

Runners/Walkers will be able to enjoy a scenic trail route which runs through our City’s bridle trails and ends back at the park. All registered participants receive an event t-shirt and custom medal. Winners for the 5k and 10k events will receive trophies (first place only; women and men).

PACKET PICK-UP:

Packet pick-up for in-person runners or walkers, who registered prior to Friday, May 29, will take place on Friday, May 29th, at City Hall located at 4045 Palos Verdes Drive North in the Council Chambers from 9:00 am-4:30 pm. Any in-person runners or walkers who register on Friday, May 30 or on race day will pick up their packets at Ernie Howlett Park the day of the race.

Fees: 5k and 10k

Early Registration - $30 until 3/31/26 at 11:59 pm

Standard Registration - $40 until 5/29/26 at 8:00 pm

Day of Registration - $45 - IN-PERSON ONLY from 7:00 AM - 7:50 AM

Please Note: There are no strollers or dogs allowed on the race course

To view race course map for 5k and 10k please visit our City website HERE.

<p><span style="font-size: 25px;"><em><strong>The first 300 to register </strong></em>for the Paws &amp; Peeps will secure bunny ears for their pets! Don&rsquo;t miss the cutest photo-worthy moments with your dog.</span></p>

<p><span style="font-size: 25px;">The magic of Easter is hitting the trails!&nbsp;<strong>Paws &amp; Peeps Easter Run 5K</strong>, presented by <strong>Run For Paws</strong> and <strong>Aztl&aacute;n Athletics</strong>, is a fun, family-friendly race perfect for enjoying with your pup, save the date: Sundat April, 12th, 2026.</span></p>

<p><br><span style="font-size: 25px;">Join us as we celebrate the energy of spring, physical activity, and the beautiful bond between humans and their pets. </span><span style="font-size: 25px;">Be part of this colorful, joyful experience filled with bunny ears, smiles, and lots of fun!</span></p>

<p><span style="font-size: 25px;"><strong>5K <em>Without</em> PET</strong>: Starts 8am</span></p>

<p><span style="font-size: 25px;"><strong>5K <em>with</em> PET</strong>: Starts 9am</span></p>

Lace up your sneakers and join the City of Paramount for our annual 5K/1K Run/Walk & Health and Wellness Fair! Whether you’re racing to the finish line or strolling with family and friends, this event is all about moving your body, feeling good, and celebrating a healthier Paramount together. Stick around after the run to explore wellness resources, fitness activities, giveaways, and fun for all ages. Best of all, every dollar raised directly supports the Paramount Education Partnership (PEP) Scholarship—so every step you take helps invest in our students’ future! 🏃‍♀️💙🎓

Join us for a splashy celebration of the awesome creatures cruising beneath the waves! Our local White Shark isn’t just a big toothy grin, it’s a vital part of the ocean crew, helping keep marine life balanced by managing populations of seals, sea lions, and more. Let's celebrate them!

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 and 10-milers only, email your request to [email protected]. 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 way. 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, the San Fernando Valley, San Diego, 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!