Santa's Toy Trot Half Marathon
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Event overview
Santa's Toy Trot takes place on December 14, 2025, at Claremont Beach in Long Beach, California. The event offers multiple race distances and uses beach-path routes near 5400 E. Ocean Blvd.
- 5K
- 10K
- 10 Miler
- Half Marathon
Course and race details
The courses are out-and-back routes on the beach path. The 5K route is used for the 5K (one lap) and the 10K (two laps). The 5-mile route is used for the 10 Miler (two laps). 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; runners will share it with others. Runners are asked to keep to the right side of the path; the left side is for cyclists.
A fully stocked water station is located at the Belmont Pier. The finish area includes an aid station with water, sports drink, gels, and fruit snacks. First aid kits are available at each station and crew members have received CPR training. Turns are marked with chalk, runner signs, and flags.
Logistics and participant information
Early bib pick-up is available at Sports Basement Long Beach. Parking is available; a lot charges per hour and street parking is free. Runners should wear their race bib on the front of the shirt. A gear check is available at the registration tent. All finishers receive a medal; overall first place male and female in each distance receive 1st place medals. Race results and photos will be provided after the event; race photos are free. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
