The Great White Chase Half Marathon

MAY
31
2026
Run the Great White Chase in Long Beach on May 31, 2026 with 5K, 10K, 10 mile and half marathon options along the scenic beach path. Celebrate Jaws 50th anniversary with stocked aid stations, free photos and a festive finish.
Sun 31 May 2026
Half Marathon 10 miles 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Event overview

The Great White Chase takes place on May 31, 2026 in Long Beach, California. The event offers the following distances:

  • 5K
  • 10K
  • 10 Miler
  • Half Marathon

The event notes the 50th anniversary of the film Jaws.

Course and on-course support

Races use out-and-back routes along the beach path near Belmont Pier. The beach path is an open course shared with other users; runners are asked to stay on the right side for pedestrians 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 Runs crew members have received CPR training. Turns are marked with chalk, a runner turn sign, and a flag.

Logistics, results and awards

The official race location is Belmont Pier, 25 39th Place, Long Beach, CA 90803. Parking in the lot is paid at $2 per hour; street parking is free. Bibs should be worn on the front of the shirt for timing and photo tracking. Gear check is available at the registration tent; participants must bring their own bag. Overall 1st place medals are awarded to the top male and female in each distance. Race results and photos are emailed the day after the event; race photos are free. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 mi
10m
10 km
10k
5 km