The Great Bunny Hop Half Marathon
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Event overview
The Great Bunny Hop is a road and beach-path running event in Long Beach, CA on April 4, 2026. The event includes the following distances:
- 5k
- 10k
- 10-Mile
- Half marathon
The listed event location is 780 E Shoreline Ave, Long Beach, CA 90908. The event is associated with High Tide Runs.
Course and on-course support
The races use out-and-back loops. The 5k route is one lap for the 5k and two laps for the 10k. The 5-mile route is two laps for the 10-Mile. The half marathon uses a loop run three times. The beach path is an open course; runners are asked to stay on the right side of the path while cyclists use the left side. A fully stocked water station is located at Belmont Pier. The finish area has an aid station with water, Gatorade, gels, and fruit snacks. Each aid station has a first aid kit and High Tide Crew Members trained in CPR. Turns are marked with chalk, runner turn signs, and flags.
Logistics and race services
Early bib pick-up is available at Sports Basement Long Beach (2100 N Bellflower Blvd) and bib pick-up is also offered on race day at the event. Runners should wear their race bib on the front of their shirt. A staffed gear check is available at the registration tent; runners must provide their own bag. All finishers receive a medal; overall first-place male and female in each distance receive 1st place medals. Race results and photos are emailed the day after the event, and race photos are provided free of charge. Parking in local lots is usually paid and street parking is free but limited. Fundraising information lists a $1,500 goal with no amount raised at the time of the listing. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
