Winter Runderland Half Marathon
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Winter Runderland - Long Beach, CA
Winter Runderland is a holiday-themed running event on December 12, 2026 at 5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90803. The event includes multiple distance options and a children’s 200-yard dash. The venue is listed as Bayshore and 54th with nearby street and beach-lot parking and restrooms near the start.
Distances
- 5K
- 10K
- Half Marathon
- Kids 200 Yard Dash
The course follows open-pathway, pedestrian-friendly routes along beach paths, parks, and riverways. The route is described as fully marked, flat, and car-free. Water and electrolyte stations are provided approximately every 2 miles. Facilities noted include stroller and walker accessibility.
Event services and features include an USATF-certified course, professional chip timing, results synced to Athlinks, free race day photos, and a custom holiday finisher medal. The finish area includes snacks, hot cocoa, candy canes, a DJ at the finish festival, age-group and overall awards, and a festive costume contest with multiple categories. A visit by Santa is scheduled at the finish line.
Additional notes describe free street parking, a beach lot with a $2 per hour fee payable by app or machine, race day registration availability, and that the event is planned to proceed rain or shine. Volunteering opportunities and race resources such as course maps and FAQs are listed. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
