Wheely Fast Hamster Run Half Marathon
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Never Say Die Run Goonies 5K, 10K, Half Marathon
Never Say Die Run is an 80s adventure movie inspired event held on October 4 in Long Beach, California at 5400 E Ocean Blvd. The event offers three distances and takes place on an out and back course along the Long Beach coastline with ocean views.
Distances:
- 5K (3.1 Miles)
- 10K (6.2 Miles)
- Half Marathon (13.1 Miles)
The event benefits Santa Ana Hamster Rescue and includes on-site hamster care education and adoptable hamsters. Race services listed by the organizer include professional chip timing, free race-day photos, three on-course water stations, finisher medals for all participants, and overall and age-group awards. A finish line party with a DJ is planned.
Facilities and accessibility details noted by the organizer describe the course as stroller friendly and dog friendly. Registration windows and fees are shown for each distance: registration opens March 3, 2026 and closes in early May 2026, with listed fees of $38.99 for the 5K, $42.99 for the 10K, and $48.99 for the half marathon.
The event presents a retro-themed atmosphere with on-course support and post-finish activities, while routing runners along a scenic beach path and providing educational information about hamster care. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
