The Afterlife Half Marathon
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Night Race The Ghostly Afterlife Night Run
The Ghostly Afterlife Night Run is a night road running event on Saturday, May 16, 2026 in Long Beach, California. The event is presented as part of the SummerWeen series and is organized by CaliFlow Runs. The course runs along the oceanfront near Belmont Pier and begins under the CaliFlow arch.
Distances offered:
- 5K 3.1 Miles
- 10K 6.2 Miles
- Half Marathon 13.1 Miles
The course is USATF certified and uses professional chip timing with instant results via ChronoTrack. There are three water stations on course, one at each turnaround. Race day services include free race photos and finisher medals for all participants. Overall and age group awards are listed as part of the results.
The finish area is an after dark festival with a DJ, lighting, and a costume contest. The course features glowing markers, moody lighting, and themed checkpoints named The Crossing, Watcher’s Way, The Return Loop, and The Afterlife Finish. The event description notes that runners and walkers are welcome and that on-course and finish area elements emphasize a spooky beachside atmosphere.
Location: 5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90803. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
