Chasing Santa - 5K, 10K, 10-Miler, Half Marathon
Updated
Sunday, December 20, 2026, first start 7:00 AM, in Long Beach (780 E Shoreline Dr). Distances: 5K, 10K, 10 miles, Half marathon. Entry from $24.50 to $38.50; the 5K goes from $24.50 to $28.50 after December 12.
- Date
- Sunday, December 20, 2026
- Start time
- 7:00 AM (earliest wave)
- Location
- 780 E Shoreline Dr, Long Beach, CA 90802
- Area
- South Bay & Long Beach, Los Angeles
- Distances
- 5K10K10 milesHalf marathon
- Course
- Road or path
- Price
- $24.50 to $38.50 plus the platform's processing fee
- Next price increase
- Saturday, December 12, 2026: 5K $24.50 → $28.50
- Registration
- Open. Opened January 11, online signup closes Sunday, December 20, 2026
How to register
Registration is on RunSignup. Pick your distance, add any extras, and you'll get a confirmation email with your bib details. Sign up by December 12 to pay $24.50 instead of $28.50.
Course and race notes
Santa’s on the move and it’s your turn to chase him down the Long Beach coast. Chasing Santa is all about festive miles, holiday spirit, and a little seasonal mischief by the sea.
From the race's own listing. Check the race website for the course map and parking.
Source: RunSignup public race API, refreshed 2026-10-17. Details can change; the registration page is the final word.