Heart and Sole Valentine's Run Half Marathon - Long Beach
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Event details
The Heart and Sole Valentine's Run takes place on Sunday, February 8, 2026, in Long Beach, California. The event is presented by CaliFlow Runs and includes multiple distances on a beach-path course in the Long Beach area. The organizer states the courses are USATF-certified and follow paved beach paths. Current online entry prices listed (including fees) are $42.33 for the 5K, $46.57 for the 10K, and $48.69 for the half marathon; prices increase after January 1, 2026.
Distances
- 5K
- 10K
- Half marathon
Race logistics
The course is an open beach-path route shared with other pedestrians; participants are asked to stay on the pedestrian side. The course is described as paved, well-marked, and supported with water stations and restrooms. There are two fully stocked water stations on course. Event timing is gun-timed and manually recorded; bibs must be worn visibly. The course time limit is 3 hours and 25 minutes. Awards are given to the top three men and women in each distance. Same-day registration is available for a listed fee. Parking options include street parking and a paid lot near the start line. Volunteers earn free race entries for events they work. Results and race photos will be available on RunSignUp within 24 hours. Refunds are not offered except through purchased race insurance; transfers to other CaliFlow events are allowed. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
