Father's Day Classic Half Marathon
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Father's Day Classic : Long Beach
The Father's Day Classic is a multi-distance running event on June 21, 2026 at Alamitos Beach, 780 E Shoreline Ave, Long Beach, CA. The event offers multiple course options on the beach path for runners, joggers, and walkers.
Distances
- 5K
- 10K
- 10 Miles
- Half Marathon (13.1 Miles)
Course and logistics
The routes are out and back along the beach path. The 5K route is used once for the 5K and twice for the 10K. The 5 mile route is used twice for the 10 Mile. The half marathon combines two laps of the 5 mile route and one lap of the 5K route. The beach path is an open course; participants are asked to keep to the right for pedestrians and to the left for cyclists. Turns are marked with chalk, a runner turn sign, and a flag.
On-course support includes a fully stocked water station and a finish line aid station with water, electrolytes, gels, and fruit snacks. A first aid kit is available at each station and crew members have received CPR training.
Race operations
Race bibs should be worn on the front of the shirt. Bib pick-up is available at Sports Basement Long Beach and at the event. A gear check is available at the registration tent; participants should bring their own bag. Parking in the lot costs $2 per hour and street parking is free. All finishers receive a medal and overall first male and female finishers in each distance receive 1st place medals. Results and photos are provided after the event and race photos are free. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
