The Long Beach Leprechaun Run Half Marathon
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The Long Beach Leprechaun Run - Overview
The Long Beach Leprechaun Run by Califlow Runs is a St. Patrick’s Day themed running event held in Long Beach on March 15, 2026. It is a chip-timed event that uses a waterfront course near Granada Beach / Rosie's Dog Beach with a listed start location at 5100 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90803.
The event offers multiple distances and family options:
- Little Leprechauns 100 Yard Dash (kids)
- 1 Miler
- 5K
- 10K
- Half Marathon
Race operations note that the course is fully marked, stroller and walker friendly, and includes restrooms near the start line. Water and aid stations are placed approximately every 2 miles. Parking options mentioned include free street parking, metered parking at $2.00 per hour, and a nearby Long Beach beach lot with pay machines or the Passport app.
Event features and amenities include custom finish medals, festive refreshments, free race photos, photo areas with themed props, a finish line festival with music and games, Irish-themed cheer zones, a costume contest, and hidden golden coins on course for prizes. Results are chip-timed and synced to Athlinks. The event lists Merge Opportunities as a charity partner. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
