New Years Day Dash - Half Marathon
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Event overview
The New Year’s Day Dash takes place on January 1, 2026 in Long Beach, CA. The event offers the following distances:
- 5K
- 10K
- 10-Miler
- Half Marathon
The races use out-and-back courses along the shoreline. The 5K route is used for the 5K (one lap) and the 10K (two laps). The 10-Miler uses a 5-mile route run twice. The Half Marathon combines the 5-mile route twice plus the 5K route once.
Course, support and results
The beach path is an open course; participants should stay on the right side of the path for pedestrians while cyclists use the left side. A fully stocked water station is located at the Belmont Pier. The finish area has an aid station with water, Gatorade, gels, and fruit snacks. Each on-course station has a first aid kit and High Tide Runs crew members trained in CPR. Turns are marked with chalk, a runner turn sign, and a flag. Race photos are free and results and photos are emailed to participants the day after the race.
Logistics and final details
Start location is 5400 E Ocean Ave, Long Beach, CA 90803. Parking in the lot is $2 per hour and street parking is free. Early bib pick-up is available Wednesday 3:00-5:00pm at Sports Basement Long Beach, 2100 N Bellflower Blvd. Runners should wear their race bib on the front of their shirt. Gear check is available at the registration tent; participants must bring their own bag. All finishers receive a medal; overall first male and female in each distance receive 1st place medals. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
