The Great Cow Run (Higashi Roman Memorial Run)

🌴☀️ Summertime in the LBC – 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon 🌞🏃‍♂️

Get ready to soak up the sunshine and celebrate summer with Summertime in the LBC, a vibrant race along the beautiful Long Beach waterfront! Whether you’re running the 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon, this event captures the iconic energy of Long Beach, combining stunning coastal views with CaliFlow’s unbeatable race vibes.

📍 Start Location:

5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90803

🏃‍♂️ Race Day Schedule:

Bib Pick-Up: 6:00 AM – 7:35 AM (Race Ready Athletics Tent)

Half Marathon Start: 7:00 AM

5K & 10K Start: 7:30 AM

🚫 No late starts. Please arrive early to ensure you're ready for your race!

🚗 Parking Information:

Street Parking: Free along Ocean Blvd.

Beach Lot Parking: $2.00 per hour. Pay at the machine (credit card and coin payments accepted).

Lot Location: 5500 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90803

🌟 Race Perks:

🏅 Finisher Medal for all participants.

📸 Free Race Photos – Capture your summer memories.

🏆 Chip-Timed Results – Accurate, instant, and ready at the finish.

🥇 Overall & Age Group Awards – Top 3 male and female finishers in each distance.

🚰 Water and Aid Stations – Located every 2 miles.

🚻 Restrooms – Conveniently located near the start line.

👶 Stroller & Walker-Friendly – All are welcome.

🌊 Course: Fully marked and staffed, showcasing the best of Long Beach’s scenic coastline.

☀️ Weather & Safety:

This is a RAIN or SHINE event.

In the rare case of severe weather (tsunami, tidal wave, or zombie apocalypse), updates will be sent via email and posted on our social media channels.

📸 Join the Community:

Tag us in your race photos using #CaliFlowRuns for a chance to be featured!

🔥 Don’t miss #FreeEntryFriday – answer our question on social media for a chance to win a free race!

🌴 Why Run with CaliFlow?

We host over 60 races per year, making big race experiences accessible without the big price tag. It’s all about good vibes, great views, and bringing the community together.

👉 Register now and feel the summer vibes at Summertime in the LBC! 🌊☀️🏃‍♂️

The Alien Run is landing just in time for an epic celebration of the unknown! Get ready to run, walk, or teleport your way through a course filled with cosmic energy, mysterious encounters, and out-of-this-world fun. Whether you're racing across galaxies or just cruising under the stars, this adventure is your chance to celebrate the wonders of the universe — and maybe spot a few visitors from beyond! Suit up, power up, and let's make some extraterrestrial memories!

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

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 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 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!

Event details and schedule

La entrega de running kits será a las 6:30 a.m. en la Gloria de Jesús Pescador. La carrera dará inicio puntualmente a las 8:00 a.m.

Les recomendamos llegar con tiempo suficiente para recoger su paquete, encontrar estacionamiento, realizar estiramientos y prepararse adecuadamente antes de la salida. Por favor, no lleguen tarde.

Si tienen alguna pregunta, pueden comunicarse con nosotros a través de nuestro Instagram @tnb5kmexico o enviarnos un correo electrónico a [email protected].

Los esperamos para disfrutar juntos de una gran carrera! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️🇲🇽🍻