cmX 5K
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Event overview
The cmX 5K 2026 is scheduled for Saturday, February 21, 2026 in Long Beach, CA. The event is presented by the CMAA Southern California Chapter Foundation and is the second annual cmX 5K Walk/Run. It aims to bring the architecture, engineering, and construction community together and to build awareness of workforce development initiatives.
The event includes these distances:
- 5K Run/Walk
- Kids Run (ages 8 and under)
Logistics and purpose
The event list shows the start location as 5400 E. Ocean Blvd / 5400 E. Ocean Ave, Long Beach, CA 90803. Bib pick-up is available Friday, February 20 at Sports Basement and on race day at the start area. The 5K has a course time limit of 1.5 hours. Beach lot parking is available; the posted rate is $2.00 per hour. Entry fees listed are $32.80 for the 5K and $11.60 for the Kids Run, each including a registration fee.
The cmX program highlights workforce development pathways linked to the event. Listed opportunities include shadowships for high school students, paid internships for college students, early practitioner roles for recent graduates, and an emerging leaders program for young professionals. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.