Dog Days of Summer – 5K, 10K, 10M, and Half Marathon
Join us at Alamitos Beach on August 2nd for the Dog Days of Summer Run! This feel-good race is your chance to run wild, stay cool, and soak up every last drop of summer.
Race Details
Start Location: Alamitos Beach, 380 E Shoreline Dr. Long Beach, CA
Parking: Parking in local lots is usually $2/hour and starts at 8am. If running the Half/10m, use the Passport app to pay. 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.
Course Details
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.
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. First aid kits are at each station, and all High Tides Crew Members have received CPR training.
Final Details
Bib: 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: An email with race results and photos will be sent the day after the race and earlier on Instagram. Race photos are free!
