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Winter Whirl – 5K, 10K, 10-Miler, Half Marathon

location_city Long Beach

location_on California

flag United States

calendar_today 30 Nov, 2025

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About the Event

Bundle up… or don’t! It's California! Winter Whirl is spinning into Long Beach where the only flurries are the kind that come from the waves. While the rest of the world is shivering, we’re keeping it cool with sunny miles, festive fun, and just a hint of pretend winter magic. Whether you’re chasing a shiny new PR or just cruising the path with a smile, this run is all about coastal cheer with a wink at the season.

Race Details

Start Location: 5400 E Ocean Ave, Long Beach, CA 90803
Parking: Parking in the lot is $2/hour and starts at 8am, if you are running the Half/10m you can use the Passport app to pay for parking. Street parking is free.

Event Schedule

Friday
1:00-4:00pm – Early bib pick-up on the 2nd floor at Sports Basement Long Beach (store discount sent via email the week of the event & post-race)
2100 N Bellflower Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90815

Sunday
6:20am
– Bib pick-up opens at the start
7:00am – Half marathon & 10-mile start
7:30am – 5k & 10k start
10:20am – Course closes (3 hours, 20 minutes for the Half)

Early start of 6:30am may be pre-arranged for half marathoners and 10-milers only, email your request to events@hightideruns.com. 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) – 5k route
10m: The 5m route is used for the 10m (two laps) – 5m route
Half: The 5m route is run twice and the 5k route is run once for the Half – 5m route and 5k route

More About the Course

This is an out and back course, meaning you will begin and finish in the same location.

Our courses are not closed, which means that there are often runners, walkers, and others enjoying the day along with you. Safety is must and all runners must stay on the pedestrian side of the beach path. The course never goes off the beach path.

On-course support: Courses are well marked with two water stations and restrooms along the way. Turns will be clearly marked with chalk, a sign that says runner turn, and a flag.

Final Details

Bib: Please wear your race bib on the front of your shirt so we can track your time and send your pics!
Gear Check: You may leave personal items with staff at the registration tent. Please bring your own bag.
Medals: All runners receive a finishing medal. 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!

Join Us Again: Did you have a blast running with us at our low-pressure, high vibes race? We have themed races throughout the year in Long Beach, the San Fernando Valley, San Diego, and Orange County. Register for multiple races at a time to earn a discount. Check our full schedule

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Races Offered

5K

Nov 30, 2025

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10K

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20K

Nov 30, 2025

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Half-Marathon

Nov 30, 2025

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Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for November in Long Beach.

Temp (°C)
Feels Like (°C)
thermostat 10.1° / 21.1°
wb_sunny 7.6° / 18.4°
Wind (km/h)
Humidity (%)
air 8.4 /
water_drop 62.9%

About Long Beach

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Long Beach is a large port city in Los Angeles County in Southern California. With a population of 462,257 as of 2010, it is the second-largest city in greater Los Angeles as well as the seventh-largest city in the state of California.

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