From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find 10k events and connect with the local endurance sports community.
The SOCAL River Marathon has four distances. Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K.
This is a fun course in Southern California. This course runs on the Santa Ana River Trail from Yorba Linda to Huntington Beach State Park. This route truly spans Southern California from the dryer desert land to areas near Disneyland to the Beach. The course is primarily flat and straight but has a gradual downhill slant following the river to the ocean. This route is two years ago was cleaned up from homeless tents and is not fenced in nightly.
The RODEO RUN at Huntington Beach State Park
Bringing the WILD WEST Alive!
The Cowboy Western-Themed Running Experience
Sunday, March 15, 2026 Huntington State Beach
Western Music. Live horses. Line dance instructors. Cowboy or cowgirl it up! We are celebrating everything WESTERN. It’s not just a run, it is the cowboy round-up of the year. Learn to rope station, and try your turn at 2 stepping. Best-themed WESTERN wear event shirts. Custom cast finisher medal that turns into a belt buckle! NEW MEDAL DESIGN each year! Line dance warm-up area. 5K /10K age division awards. Top three overall custom awards. RFID CHIP TIMED by Itz About Time. There is a Wild West in all of us. An extraordinary Caren Ware Event.
Race Start Time
6:30 am Registration Opens/ EXPO begins. Same day packet pick-up and same-day registration sign-ups.
8:00 am Little Cowpoke Dash (200 and 400 yards) or 1 Mile Kid's Fun Run
7:30 to 8:30 WILD WEST entertainment and LINE DANCING
8:30 am 5K/10K Start
9:30 am 5k awards
9:45 am 10k Awards
Race Location: Huntington State Beach, CA. (lot 10. Corner. This is the EAST entrance off of Beach Blvd. and Pacific Coast Hwy. to the Left. Lot 10.
21601 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, CA 92646 is the google address. But enter in the GATE on the corner of PCH and Beach Blvd at 6:30am. To the EAST. If you enter to the WEST you are heading into the City of Huntington Beach lot. The first lot on the left is the race! Early entry at 6am is at the Main gate on Magnolia and PCH.
After the race, enjoy the fun amenities of Pacific City. Limited spaces for metered parking on the street. Parking in Pacific City. State Park charges $15 for parking so Carpool! or parking on the metered streets or in Pacific City Parking structure (use the 3/4 or a mile to the race as a warm up for the parking structure)
Perfect selfie moments! ‘Corral’ camaraderie! Awards are 3 deep in 5-year age spans. Plus top overall male and female trophies.
Early Packet Pick up:
Sports Basement Fountain Valley
Saturday, March 14, 2026 11am to 1pm
10800 Kalama River Ave, Fountain Valley, Ca. 92708
RACE DAY SIGN UPS are available at RACE SITE from 6:30 am to 8:15 am. And RACE DAY PICK-UP AVAILABLE.
Walk-up registration is welcome on race day. One person may pick up for other participants. Strollers and dogs on leases are allowed.
Registration Fee includes a Western-themed event shirt, a running bib, and the Best BELT BUCKLE custom cast FINISHER MEDAL ever!
AWARDS:
There are “In It To Win It” age categories 3 deep with 5-year age spans:
1-10, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39 40-44, 45-49, 50-54,55-59 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79 and 80-84, 85 & plus.
Presented at 9:30 5K and 9:50 am 10K
PARKING: State Park charges $15 to enter, but you will get to park front row, right next to the event. Carpool. Limited meter parking on the street. Arrive early. Or park at Pacific City and enjoy shops and a bite to eat afterward!
Course: Definitely flat and fast on the paved running path with views of the beach and the sounds of the surf crashing. Great atmosphere.
PLEASE NOTE: The course IS open to the public and will be shared with CYCLISTS and other runners and dog walkers.
You choose your course tactics. Race…Jog…Stroll…or Roll. Families can bring strollers but agree to use them at their own risk. Water at the 1 mile/2 mile and turn arounds for the 10K.
The Cause: Caren Ware Events are the something for EVERYBODY and EVERY BODY races. Our desire is to host enriching fun, healthy, outdoor options for your lives and, in turn, gift life-enhancing opportunities to others. Activity helps health. It heals. It makes life interesting. This is your opportunity to literally RUN a ranch. We are asking for additional donations to support MISS PAM’s Ranch; a ranch that has changed countless lives by a woman in a wheelchair. Do something real and really needed. Miss Pam’s ranch needs wheelchair accessibility. We are going to SPECIALLY BUY HER AN accessible restroom trailer for the ranch. We can free up funds for ramps with your donations and help feed the animals on the ranch. Pick a project and fall in love with the great combination of kids and livestock. Caren Ware Events is forming the Ware in the World Foundation, which connects cultures through outdoor activities. Providing hope, happiness, and enhanced life experiences.
Rain or Shine.
BE Active. BE healthy. Saddle up and enjoy!
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
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Amigos De Bolsa Chica, in conjunction with Bolsa Chica State Beach is hosting a run/walk/beach cleanup for Earth Day!
🌎 Run for the Birds, Run for the Planet, Run for Earth Day
At a local 5K/10K near you!
Join us on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Bolsa Chica State Beach — where every step makes a difference.
Run and walk along the beach on a flat, fast, and paved course with stunning ocean views.
🎉 FREE BEACH PARKING before 8:00 AM — races start sharp!
🏃♀️ Race Options:
Plover Dash 5K
Brown Pelican 10K
Fuzzy Feathers Fun Run (for the kiddos)
5K Plogging (picking up litter while jogging)
10K Plogging
Beach Clean Up with State Beach staff
🧢 What You Get:
All registered participants in the 5K, 10K, and Plogging events receive:
🏅 Custom Commemorative Medal – designed exclusively for this Earth Day event
👕 Limited-Edition Race Shirt – beautifully designed by a local artist and featuring a new Bolsa Chica bird each year. These collectible commemorative shirts are more than swag — they’re wearable art that celebrates the spirit of the wetlands.
📸 Free Race Day Photos – downloadable & shareable with no hidden costs
🏆 Overall & Age Group Awards
⏱️ Professional Chip Timing – results synced to Athlinks
🎪 Finish Line Festival – vendors, product samples, music & local community vibes
🎯 NOTE:
👉 Registrations made by March 16th will be guaranteed your requested shirt size.
After that, shirt sizes will be first-come, first-served based on availability.
📍 Race Day Details:
Location: Lot 25, Bolsa Chica State Beach
Check-In Begins: 7:00 AM
5K & 10K Start: 8:00 AM
Kids Fun Run: 9:00 AM
✅ FREE Beach Parking (arrive early!)
🚲 Bike Valet available near the start line
🎒 Gear Check Available
Fuzzy Feathers Kids Run participants receive commemorative medals & special prizes.
✨ Bonus Highlights:
🌿 Environmental Impact – Proceeds benefit environmental education & leadership programs through Amigos de Bolsa Chica (501c3), protecting California’s coastal biodiversity.
♻️ Plogging Categories – Run and help clean the beach as you go!
👨👩👧👦 Community Connection – Family-friendly, walker-welcoming, and volunteer-powered
🔬 Interactive Expo – Explore Bolsa Chica wetlands up close with microscopes, wildlife exhibits, and hands-on learning hosted by Amigos.
Celebrate Earth Day with purpose — and make your miles matter.
🌎💚 Sign up today, lock in your shirt size, and let’s run wild for a better planet.
SPORT SPECTACULAR 5K & 10K
Bolsa Chica State Beach – Huntington Beach, CA
LOT25
17851 Pacific Coast Hwy
Huntington Beach, CA US 92649
The SPORT SPECTACULAR 5K & 10K celebrates how running helps every sport and every sport helps running.
Whether you're a runner, soccer player, basketball lover, volleyball athlete, or part of any sports community, this event brings athletes of all backgrounds together for a fun and energetic morning at the beach.
Running builds endurance, strength, and mental focus. Qualities that benefit every sport. At the same time, cross-training through other sports can make us stronger, faster, and healthier runners.
This event is designed to celebrate that connection while encouraging everyone to stay active, try new sports, and build community through movement.
EVERY PARTICIPANT RECEIVES
🏅 Custom themed cast finisher medal
👕 Themed Sport Spectacular race shirt
🏆 Chance to win Age Division Awards
⏱ Professional RFID chip timing by Itz About Time
🎵 Music, refreshments, and a fun community atmosphere
Caren Ware Events are designed for Every BODY and EVERYBODY — welcoming runners, walkers, families, and athletes of all abilities.
Expect great energy, creative themes, and one of the BEST themed race experiences around!
SPORTS EXPO
A Sports & Fitness Expo will be open race morning featuring:
• Youth and adult sports programs
• Local clubs and teams
• Coaches and instructors
• Fitness and cross-training opportunities
Before the main race, join us for some playful sports-themed activities at our EXPO
If you’re looking to discover a new sport, improve your training, or connect with your local sports community, the expo is the perfect place to start.
Sports organizations and teams are invited to host booths and share their programs with participants and spectators. Please email [email protected] if interested in hosting a sports booth.
RACE DAY SCHEDULES:
6:30 am Registration OPENS
Shirts are given with bibs at registration. Medals when you finish
8:00 am START Kid's Dash
8:30 am Mass START of 5K/10K Mile
9:15 am Start of 5K AWARDS CEREMONY
9:30 am Start of the 10K AWARD CEREMONY
Bring EXTRA CASH FOR STREET TACOS, AGUA FRESCA, FRESH FRUIT, GALLETINAS AND SPECIALTY COFFEES.
FINISHER MEDALS to every Finisher
AGE DIVISION AWARDS:
5-year Age Spans: 3 deep with 5-year age spans: 5k and 5 Mile 1-10, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39 40-44, 45-49, 50-54,55-59 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80&over
Top 3 Overall Trophies to Males & Females Plus award to Oldest finisher. Youngest finisher.
Pets: Friendly Pets are allowed and must be leashed at all times and accompanied by a Run /Walk participant. Please use a leash of 5 ft or less, for the safety of all pets and runners. Line up towards the back of the pack at the start and keep to the side of the race field on the course.
Stroller: Families can bring strollers, but agree to use at their own risk. We do ask that you line up towards the back of the pack at the start and keep to the side of the race field on the course. Note, that only registered participants with a BIB will receive a finisher medal. Please make sure your BIB is in the front and visible to our volunteers. And watch for cyclists enjoying the same beach bike path you are running on.
The race will take place rain or shine.
RESTROOMS are in the public buildings at the end of each of the parking lots.
Enjoy a beautiful course along Bolsa Chica State Beach with ocean views and fresh sea air. Whether you're chasing a personal record or enjoying a relaxed run with friends, this race is designed for athletes of all levels.
🌺 Welcome to SO CAL's BIGGEST & BEST POLYNESIAN PARTY RACE! 🌺
Since 2014, Tiki Beach 5K/10K has been a vibrant tradition on the beach, a chance to run, celebrate, and enjoy island-inspired music, food, and community. It's your end of the summer BEACH PARTY RUN!
🏖️ Experience the energy of the beach with live Polynesian drummers and dancers, bringing authentic rhythm and movement to your run. This isn’t just a race, t’s a festive send-off to summer! Coconuts, palm trees, grass skirts, and the TAPUA PRODUCTION drummers and dancers make this the BEST BEACH BASH, healthy RUNNER's Party!
🎽 Every participant receives a custom Polynesian-style race shirt and one of our signature Tiki finisher medals, a collectible highlight for your race journey. Have enough shirts? Choose a custom beach towel while supplies last, or add to your collection by getting BOTH for only an additional $20.
🍍 Post-Race Fun: Enjoy coconut and Island inspired pancakes offered by IVC Circle K and Kiwanis of Irvine, specialty coffee, tasty street tacos , Bar b que sandwiches, fresh baked cookies, Hawaiian shaved ice, and Nekter Juice (available for purchase. You make pay with cash, credit card, or pre buy food vouchers) while you explore the expo area and capture those perfect beachside selfies. It's a FOOD FEAST while watching authentic Polynesian drummers and dancers. Support the causes. KID'S READ will be giving out free books for those that purchase Kiwanis pancakes. BIG J's So Cal Bar B Que will be offering mini sliders, or full bar b que lunches to eat, take home, or remain at the beach for a picnic!
Course:
Flat, scenic, out-and-back along the paved beach path with ocean views. Run fast or take it easy, the waves will be your soundtrack.
Timing: RFID Chip Timing by Itz About Time
Awards:
Top 3 male & female overall (5K & 10K)
Age group awards in 5-year divisions (up to 80+)
Special recognition for those completing 3+ Caren Ware Events this year
Schedule
6:30 AM – Vendor & Volunteer Check-in
7:00–8:30 AM – Registration & Packet Pick-Up (race-day available)
7:30 -8:30 Am LIVE POLYNESIAN dancers and drummers/ Tupua Productions/ An active EXPO
8:15 AM – Kid’s Dash & 1-Mile Fun Run
8:30 AM – 10K & 5K Start
9:20 AM – 5K Awards Ceremony
9:40 AM – 10K Awards Ceremony
6:30–10:00 AM – Polynesian-Inspired Expo Open
Early Packet Pick-Up
Saturday, Sept. 26 10am to 1PM (Note: Earlier so we have afternoon time to set up the race)
Sports Basement, 10800 Kalama River Ave, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
(You may also pick up race morning at the start line.)
Parking
Bolsa Chica State Beach, Lot 25 — $15 State Park fee (bring exact cash for faster processing)
Public parking available in Sunset Beach (walking required into park)
Restrooms
Restrooms are open and located on each end of lot 25.
Strollers
Strollers are welcome! Please stay to the right and use at your own risk. Only registered participants with a bib will receive a finisher medal. Be sure your bib is worn on the front and visible to finish line staff.
Pets:
Friendly Pets are allowed and must be leashed at all times and accompanied by a Run /Walk participant. Please use a leash of 5 ft or less, for the safety of all pets and runners. Line up towards the back of the pack at the start and keep to the side of the race field on the course.
Weather
Rain or shine, the event will go on
🌊 Whether you’re racing for a PR or jogging with friends, Tiki Beach is your lively, healthy way to wrap up the summer. Come for the run, stay for the rhythm, community, and celebration.
💙 A portion of proceeds supports Caren Ware Events’ global outreach projects, including families in the Himalayas and local community programs.
Witches Wave Halloween Run – A Spooky Sprint by the Sea! 🧙♀️🌊
📍 Lot 25 Bolsa Chica State Beach
🎃 Run Fast, Get Spooky, and Ride the Wicked Wave!
The ocean’s not the only thing making waves this Halloween! Get ready to lace up for the Witches Wave Halloween Run, where the beach meets the boo for a fright-filled 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon. Whether you’re running as a wicked witch, daring vampire, or glow-in-the-dark ghost, this is your chance to hit the sand in spooktacular style!
🌊 FAST, FUN & FRIGHTENINGLY COMPETITIVE!
🏅 Chip-timed event for accurate results
🏆 Age group awards for top finishers
🎖 Finisher medals for all participants
🥇 Awards to the Top 3 male & female finishers in each distance - Age Group Awards
🌎 SUSTAINABLE SWAG!
This year, we're haunting responsibly! Every runner receives a sustainable race shirt made from eco-friendly materials — so you can run fast, have fun, and keep the planet wicked good.
👻 COSTUME CONTEST & WITCH’S CACKLE SHOWDOWN!
Costume Contest 🧟♀️: Bring your creepiest, funniest, or most creative Halloween costume and compete for prizes!
Witch’s Cackle Showdown 🧙♀️: Step up to the mic, unleash your best evil laugh, and compete for a ghoulish prize.
🎉 FINISH LINE FRIGHT FEST
Stick around after your run for a wicked good time:
🎶 DJ spinning Halloween classics
🍬 Trick-or-Treat Candy Station
📸 Halloween-themed photo ops
💃 Monster Mash Dance-Off
🎃 Pumpkin Ring Toss with Prizes
🦇 RACE LOCATION & PARKING DETAILS
📍 Huntington State Beach, Lot 10
(East Entrance at PCH & Beach Blvd.)
21601 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, CA 92646
🕕 Arrive by 7:00 AM through the GATE at PCH & Beach Blvd.
🚗 Parking:
State Park charges $15 per vehicle – carpool if you can!
Limited metered street parking available
Pacific City parking structure is an option — warm up with a short ¾-mile jog to the race start
📦 Packet Pickup (Highly Recommended!)
💡 Pre-Race Day Packet Pickup is Encouraged! This will be a large race and early pickup helps save time on race morning.
📍 Pre-Race Day Pickup
Road Runner Sports – Costa Mesa Courtyards
📅 Wednesday, October 8, 2025 | ⏰ 4 PM – 7 PM
📍 1835 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
📍 Race Day Pickup
Available starting at 7:00 AM at the event site.
🗓 Race Day Schedule
7:00 AM — Packet Pickup Opens
7:30 AM — Half Marathon Start
8:30 AM — 10K Start
8:30 AM — 5K Start
9:10 AM — Witch’s Cackle Showdown
9:15 AM — Awards Ceremony (Overall Winners)
Age Group Awards Available at the Results Kiosk
9:20 AM — Costume Contest
9:30 AM - Pumpkin Kids Dash
🎟 REGISTER NOW… IF YOU DARE!
Spots are limited, and this event is bound to be a scream!
Sign up today and run with the wicked waves! 👻🏃♀️💨
🎃 SoCal’s Sunset Trick or Trot 5K/10K
📅 Saturday, October 24th, 2026 | 🕔 5:00 PM (NOTE TIME. INTO the SUNSET
📍 Bolsa Chica State Beach – Lot 25
🌅 Featuring a TRUNK-or-TREAT EXPO that begins at 3pm
🕯️ A Spooky New Twist on a Fall Favorite!
Formerly known as the FIT FALL Halloween Harvest 5K/10K, our traditional morning run is now even more magical as an evening event! 🌙
Get ready to run (or trot!) into the sunset with beach views, Halloween fun, and festive activities for the whole family. Introducing the SoCal’s Sunset Trick or Trot 5K/10K—a coastal celebration where fitness meets fall!
🎉 What to Expect:
👟 5K & 10K Sunset Run
🎃 Trunk-or-Treat Expo
📸 Selfie Stations, Games & Giveaways
🏅 Custom Reversible Finisher Medal
👕 Fall-Themed Event Shirt
🧛 Costume Contests & Awards
🧃 Street Tacos, Aguas Frescas, Specialty Coffee, Cookies & More!
🕒 Race Day Schedule:
2:00 PM – Trunk-or-Treat Car Setup
3:00 PM – Registration & Packet Pickup Opens
4:30 PM – Kids Races Begin
5:00 PM – Mass Start for 5K & 10K
5:45 PM – 5K Awards Ceremony
6:00 PM – 10K Awards Ceremony
🎟️ All bibs, shirts, and trick-or-treat bags will be available starting at 3:00 PM at the Trunk-or-Treat Expo. No early day pickup.
🚗 Trunk-or-Treat Expo
Want to be part of the Halloween magic? Decorate your trunk and hand out goodies!
Trunkers will receive 1 free race entry for a Caren Ware Event Race!
Questions? Email [email protected] cc: [email protected]
🏁 Registration Includes:
RFID Chip Timing by Itz About Time
Fall-Themed Custom Shirt
Unique Reversible Finisher Medal
Trick-or-Treat Bag
Entry into Costume & Team Contests
Eligibility for Age Group & Overall Awards
🏆 Awards & Divisions:
Top 3 in each 5-year age division (ages 1–80+)
Top 3 Overall Male & Female Finishers
Best Halloween Costume
Best Uniform-Themed Costume
Awards for Oldest & Youngest Finishers
🐾 Pet & Stroller Friendly
Leashed pets welcome (max 5 ft leash)
Strollers allowed — please start near the back
🔖 Only registered participants with a bib receive medals.
🌊 The Course:
Flat, fast, paved, and scenic
Ocean views all the way!
Start/Finish in Lot 25 – Bolsa Chica State Beach
🚘 Parking Options:
Park in Sunset Beach and walk in
OR enter via Bolsa Chica State Beach Main Gate ($15 Entrance Fee)
🧡 Part of the Winter Series!
Complete 3 of the following Caren Ware Events to earn a 4th medal—FREE!
Sunset Trick or Trot
Thanksgiving Day Races
Santa Claus with a Cause
Run in the New Year
Because we LOVE FITTING it all together! 🎖️
🌧️ Rain or Shine – We Run!
Ready to trot into fall?
Register today and bring your spooky spirit, running shoes, and Halloween flair!
Santa Claus with a Cause 5K/10K
📅 Saturday, December 12th, 2026
📍 Bolsa Chica State Beach – Lot 25, Huntington Beach, CA
Get ready for the ultimate Santa celebration at Bolsa Chica State Beach!
This isn’t just a race, it’s a full-blown Christmas experience.
You’ll run along the beach surrounded by falling snow, live carolers, festive music, and holiday cheer. Every runner receives their choice of a full Santa suit, cozy Santa beanie, or custom-designed race shirt, plus one of the biggest, most festive finisher Santa medal designed to double as a Christmas ornament.
And the best part? This race GIVES BACK. Proceeds from the event help gift staple goods, schooling, and hope to villages in Africa and Nepal, as well as supporting local health initiatives.
🎄 Race Day Fun & Schedule
Arrive early and soak up the holiday spirit. There’s so much happening before the race even starts!
6:30 – 8:15 AM: Registration and bib pick-up open at Lot 25. Walk-up registrations are welcome, so bring your friends!
7:00 – 9:00 AM: The REAL Santa 🎅 will be on-site for festive selfie photos (use hashtag #carenwareevents or tag us caren.ware.events). Lil Dickens Carolers will be singing, and snow will be falling to set the perfect holiday mood.
8:00 AM: Kids take center stage with the Ho Ho Ho Dashes (200m, 400m, ½ mile, and 1 mile). Cheer on the little elves as they dash through the holiday magic!
8:15 AM Holiday Costume Contest
8:20 AM: Warm up with the Penguin Macarena! Everyone is invited to join in. Best Costume and Best Christmas Spirit awards are given out here, so come dressed to impress.
8:30 AM: MASS START for the 5K & 10K! Your official time begins when you cross under the start arch, but you must cross by 8:40 AM to be officially timed.
9:20 AM – 5K Awards Ceremony
9:40 AM – 10K Awards Ceremony
11:00 AM - Expo Festivities End
🎁 What’s Included
Your registration comes packed with holiday cheer! Every participant receives chip-timed results for the 5K or 10K, so you can track your performance. You’ll also get to choose your festive swag, whether you want to run in a full Santa suit, stay cozy in a Santa beanie, or sport a custom-designed Santa race shirt.
When you cross the finish line, you’ll receive one of the biggest custom Santa-at-the-beach medal that doubles as a Christmas ornament to hang proudly on your tree.
Throughout the morning, enjoy a lively holiday atmosphere with falling snow, live carolers, games, and photo ops with the REAL Santa. Prizes will be awarded for Best Christmas Spirit, Best Costume, and even Best Dressed Doggie, so bring your creativity and holiday cheer.
And don’t leave hungry, we’ll have food vendors on-site serving tamales, tacos, specialty coffee, cookies, fresh fruit and more. Plan on enjoying breakfast by the beach with us after your run!
And for the competitors, we have three-deep age division awards in five-year increments — from ages 1-10 all the way through 85+.
📅 Early Packet Pick-Up- Optional
Race Day Pick-Up: 6:30 – 8:15 AM at Lot 25
Early Pick-Up: TBD
(No ID required, and you may pick up for others.)
🚗 Parking & Drop-Off
Bolsa Chica State Beach Lot 25 parking is $15 per vehicle (cash or state park pass recommended). The main gate opens at 6:00 AM — use the main entrance only.
Drop-off is available at the corner of Warner & PCH. Free public parking is also available in Sunset Beach (behind Jack in the Box) if you’d like to walk in.
Restrooms
Restrooms are open and located on each end of lot 25.
Strollers
Strollers are welcome! Please stay to the right and use at your own risk. Only registered participants with a bib will receive a finisher medal. Be sure your bib is worn on the front and visible to finish line staff.
Pets:
Friendly Pets are allowed and must be leashed at all times and accompanied by a Run /Walk participant. Please use a leash of 5 ft or less, for the safety of all pets and runners. Line up towards the back of the pack at the start and keep to the side of the race field on the course.
Weather
Rain or shine, the event will go on
🎥 More Than Just a Race
Santa Claus with a Cause is the race that GIFTS BACK. Your participation helps provide staple goods, education, and training to those in need around the world.
📺 Watch our global giving journey: YouTube: Caren.Ware.Events
📚 Visit the Caren Ware booth on race day for book signings of Finding Fit — an inspiring story about running through life’s challenges.
💡 Register today, join the celebration, and make this holiday season unforgettable, for you AND for others.
🎅🏃♀️ 2nd Annual Santa Reindeer Run 🦌✨
Bolsa Chica State Beach – Lot 25
Sunday, December 20, 2026
Get ready to jingle all the way at the 2nd Annual Santa Reindeer Run! Join us at beautiful Bolsa Chica State Beach for a festive morning of holiday vibes, ocean views, and Santa Claus himself! Whether you’re here to race, stroll, or rock your favorite holiday outfit, this is the perfect way to kick off the season.
All finishers receive a festive medal, free race-day photos, and yummy finish-line treats. Plus, dress up for our Holiday Costume Contest for a chance to win extra prizes and epic bragging rights! 🎄🎁
🎅 Special Appearance by Santa!
Santa will be waiting at the start and finish lines for photos, hugs, and high-fives. Be sure to grab your holiday photo with Santa! 📸
🏁 Race Day Schedule
📍 Location: Bolsa Chica State Beach – Lot 25
6:45 AM — Bib Pick-Up & Same-Day Registration Opens
7:30 AM — Half Marathon Start
8:30 AM — 5K & 10K Start
9:00 AM - Family 1- Miler
9:30 AM- Kids 200 yard Dash
9:45 AM - Santa PAWS Doggie Parade
⏱️ Timing & Awards
✔️ Chip-Timed Race with live results
🏅 Finisher Medals for All Participants
📸 Free Race-Day Photos
🥇 Overall & Age Group Awards for the top 3 men & women in each distance
Awards Ceremony Times:
🚗 Parking & Drop-Off
Parking Fee: $15 per vehicle — State Park accepts card only
Main Entrance: 17851 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA 92649 (gate opens at 6:00 AM)
Drive west after entering the main gate until you reach Lot 25 — the last lot on the right, near Warner Avenue & PCH
Drop-Off Option: Get dropped off at Warner & PCH, just steps from Lot 25
Free Public Parking: Available in Sunset Beach behind Jack in the Box (17243 Pacific Coast Highway)
Tip: Carpooling highly encouraged!
✨ Join the Holiday Magic!
Lace up, grab your Santa hat, and jingle through the miles at Bolsa Chica State Beach! The Santa Reindeer Run is the ultimate way to celebrate the season with friends, family, and festive fun.
🔗 Register today at CaliFlowRuns.com
It's SoCal's HEALTHIEST LIVE PARTY! LIVE BAND at the START/FINISH and the course! It's YOUR NEW YEAR'S CELEBRATION. WITH New Year's BLING!
Friday, Jan. 1, 2027
8:30 am Half Marathon Start
8:40 am Kid's Dash
9:00 am 5k/10K Mass Start
Early Packet Pick-Up: We encourage you to pick up the day prior
TBD
Packet pick-up is optional, so if you cannot make it- don't worry. Packets can be picked up on race day starting at 7 am in LOT 25. The gates to the STATE PARK open at 7am.
Write a New Year resolution on the back of your bib and RUN, JOG, or WALK it into the new year.
The course is the flat and fast, paved, wide State Park path, watching and listening to the surf.! Whether an avid runner, jogger, first-timer, or walker, we are the something for every BODY & EVERYBODY best-themed race! Bring family and friends, or just yourself and shoes! Let's get 2024 off and RUNNING.
Entry comes with a Run In The New Year CUSTOM 5K/10K T-Shirt
Special LONG SLEEVE DESIGN T-shirt for Half Marathon Finishers
And, a huge CUSTOM CAST finisher medal to all! HUGE!!
Make it a Post-race 5K/10K resolution party ( New Year's Beanies will be for sale at the t-shirt table.)
GEAR CHECK is available, if needed, at the Caren Ware Events BOOTH. Put your bib number on a tag and pin to your gear.
Professionally CHIP timed event by ITZ ABOUT TIME. Age division awards galore!
Entrance to Bolsa Chica State Park.
The event is in the farthest western lot- Lot 25, closest to Warner & PCH, but to enter the park use the following address: 17851 Pacific Coast Hwy.
Race Day Schedule:
6:00 am: Gates Open
7:00 am: Race Day Packet Pick-Up Begins (Lot 25)
8:00 am Half Marathon Start for those that will take more than 3 hours and 45 minutes to finish
8:30 am: Half Marathon Start (Must cross the starting arch by 8:05 am)
8:40 am: Kid’s Dash
9:00am: 5K/10K Mass Start (Must cross the starting arch by 9:05 am)
9:40am: 5K Awards Ceremony begins.
10:00 am 10K awards
10:30 announcing of overall Half marathon awards
8:30 am start for HALF MARATHON. You have until 8:35 to pass under the arch. 9:00am start for 5k/10K. You have until 9:05 am to pass under the arch. All 5k/10K must start before the lead half marathoner finishes. YOUR START TIME does not start until you cross under the arch. Fastest runners in the front, and those looking to place in their age group division. Wear your bib on the front. Make sure you run the distance on your bib or exchange it for the correct one of your choice at the Solutions/Late registration table if you decide to change races.
SPECIAL PANCAKE BREAKFAST!!!! You can add pancakes to your registration on the last page...
Visit the Speciality Coffee Booth, Fresh baked cookies (GALLETINAS BOOTH), fresh cut fruits, and street tacos and tamales will be there.
Awards:
There are “In It To Win It” age categories 3 deep with 5 year age spans: 1-10, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39 40-44, 45-49, 50-54,55-59 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84 and 85 & over.
Course
Flat and fast, or slow and easy, make it the pace you want it. This 5K/10K course runs along the beach bike path at Bolsa Chica, Huntington Beach State Beach. Families can bring strollers but agree to use at their own risk. Half Marathon Course: Flat, fast, perfect for PRs or training for your next marathon. It is (2)Two loops of the 10k so you get plenty of aid stations, entertainment, and spectator friendly!! Aid Station Every 1.5 Miles
Water/Gatorade
Chargel/ Bananas
FLAT!!! Great for first-time Half Marathoners or those wanting to PR!
Half Marathon Spectators - you can be at the finish line to see runners start then walk about 50 ft towards the runners to see them go on their second loop.
Restrooms:
Restrooms on RACE DAY: are located at each end of the parking lot. A set by Sea Legs (east) and a set near Warner Blvd on the west end of the parking lot.
❤️ The HEART RUN Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, & Kid’s Dash Saturday, February 13th, Valentine's DAY, 2027
Celebrate Valentine’s Day in a healthy, heart-filled way! Whether you're running for a personal best, walking with a sweetheart, or bringing the whole family, this is Southern California’s premier February race. Enjoy a flat, fast course at beautiful Bolsa Chica State Beach and stay for the festival!
🏃♀️ Packet Pick-Up Options
Skip the lines on race morning and grab your gear early!
Option 1: Pre-Race Packet Pick-Up (Optional)
Time: 3:30PM – 6:30PM
Location: Road Runner Sports in Newport Beach
Address: 1835 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Option 2: Race Day Pick-Up
🚗 High Traffic Alert & Parking Info
Please Plan Ahead: The State Park entrance gate no longer accepts cash. Have a credit card handy, or quickly waive a parking pass. We are working to get them to provide hourly parking and NO GATE FEE for races, but that is not in the works for approval until possibly 2027.
Arrive Early: We kindly ask that you plan to arrive early to ensure you are parked and ready.
Carpooling: We highly encourage carpooling! It saves you money and helps everyone get into the park faster.
Entrance Fee: The State Park charges $15 per car. Please have a credit card or your State Parking Pass ready to keep the line moving.
Free Parking Option: Free LIMITED parking is available in Sunset Beach for those willing to arrive extra early and walk into the park. (No car entrance at the far corner of Lot 25; use the Main Gate in the mid-section).
📅 Race Day Schedule (Saturday, Feb 14)
6:30 AM: Race Day Check-In Begins (Lot 25)
7:00 AM – 11:00 AM: February Festival Expo & Valentine Card Station
8:00 AM: Half Marathon Start
8:15 AM: Kid’s Dash (Tot Trot & Youth)
8:30 AM: 5K & 10K Mass Start
9:10 AM: 5K Overall & Division Awards
9:30 AM: 10K Awards Ceremony
9:45 AM: Half Marathon Awards Ceremony
🎁 Caren Ware Event's have SO CAL's BEST BLING! Participant Swag
for The Heart Run includes:
Custom Apparel: A high-quality 5K/10K race shirt or a premium Long-Sleeve "Finisher" Hoodie (exclusive to Half Marathon participants).
The Medal: BEST DESIGNED and HUGE Custom finisher medal with a distance-specific neck ribbon.
Access to our "Full of Heart" section, including a complimentary DIY Valentine’s card-making station, free POPCORN, a scrumptious food court, and a chance to decorate your own heart cookie. Bring some spare cash.
🍪 February Festival Expo & Treats
Fuel up and have fun! Add a $6 Food Voucher to your registration to use at any booth, including:
Galletina’s Specialty Cookies: Delicious heart-themed treats.
Tacos & Tamales: Authentic post-race fuel.
Fresh Fruit & Whole Coconuts: A refreshing tropical recovery.
Specialty Coffee: To kickstart your morning.
New for 2026: Visit our "Decorate Your Own Cookie" experience booth!
AWARDS:
There are “In It To Win It” age categories 3 deep with 5-year age spans:
1-10, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39 40-44, 45-49, 50-54,55-59 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79 and 80-84, 85 & plus.
📍 Essential Logistics
Location: Bolsa Chica State Beach, LOT 25 (Corner of Warner & PCH).
Parking: Entry is via the Main State Park Gate only (mid-section of the beach). Parking is $15 (Credit Card or State Pass required).
Pro Tip:
Free LIMITED parking is available in Sunset Beach for those arrive early and willing to walk into the park.
Finisher Medals: Collect your medal at the designated table under the finish arch (Left for Half, Middle for 10K, Right for 5K).
Family & Pet Friendly: Strollers are welcome! Pets are allowed but must be kept on a leash with responsible clean-up.
Run for a Cause: Proceeds support the Ware in the World Foundation, providing medical supplies and schooling in Nepal and supporting Miss Pam’s Ranch for troubled youth, working with local food banks. Each race reaches a special need Caren has RUN into , running around the world and into things to support locally.
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