Father’s Day Classic – 5K, 10K, 10-Miler, and Half Marathon

Father’s Day Classic – 5K, 10K, 10-Miler, and Half Marathon

June 21, 2026

Long Beach, CA 90808 US

Celebrate Father's Day outside at the beach! Join us for our Father's Day Classic, where you can run, jog or walk with or in celebration of your dad, husband, grandpa, or any father figure in your life!

Race Details

Start Location: Long Beach Location TBD

Parking: Parking in the lot is $2/hour and starts at 8am. Street parking is free.

Event Schedule

• 6:20am – Bib pick-up opens
• 7:00am – Half marathon & 10m start
• 7:30am – 5k & 10k start
• 7:35am – Registration & start line close
• 10:20am – Course closes (3 hours, 20 minutes for the Half and 10m)

Early start of 6:30am may be pre-arranged for half marathoners, email your request to [email protected]. All early starters will not be eligible for awards.

Out and Back Course

• 5k & 10k: The 5k route is used for the 5k (one lap) and 10k (two laps)
• 10m: The 5m route is used for the 10m (two laps)
• Half: The 5m route is run twice and the 5k route is run once for the Half

More about the Course

The beach path is an open course. Please stay on the right side of the beach path. The right side is for pedestrians and the left side is for cyclists.

On-Course Support:

A fully stocked water station is located at the Belmont Pier. The finish line will also have an aid station stocked with water, gatorade, gels, and fruit snacks. We have a first aid kit at each station and all High Tides Crew Members have received CPR training. The turns are clearly marked with chalk, a runner turn sign, and a flag.

Final Details

• Bib: Please wear your race bib on the front of your shirt.
• Gear Check: You may leave personal items with staff at the registration tent. Please bring your own bag.
• Awards: 1st place medals are given to the overall 1st male and female in each distance.
• Results & Photos: Race photos are free!