The Long Beach Sweetheart’s Run – Valentine’s 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon

❤️ The Long Beach Sweethearts Run  – Love on the Run
Saturday, February 14, 2026 | Long Beach, CA
5K • 10K • Half Marathon

Celebrate love, fitness, and friendship this Valentine’s Day at The Long Beach Sweetheart's Run! Whether you’re running solo, with your sweetheart, or alongside friends, join us for a heart-filled morning of miles and smiles along the gorgeous Long Beach shoreline. Expect high vibes, ocean views, and that signature CaliFlow energy. 💘

 
💌 Race Highlights
❤️ Professionally Chip-Timed for accurate results
📸 Free race-day photos & downloadable finish-line pics
🎖️ Finisher medals for all participants
🏆 Overall and Age Group Awards
🎭 Valentine’s Costume Contest — prizes for best couple, solo, and group looks!
🌊 Flat, fast, and scenic beach course
🥤 Water stations & restrooms along the course
🍩 Finish-line snacks, music, and photo ops to celebrate your run
 
🌺 Why CaliFlow Runs?

At CaliFlow Runs, we believe running should be inclusive, affordable, and fun. We host 50+ events per year to create opportunities for everyone — of every pace and background — to come out, move, and have fun.

Our races bring people together to celebrate health, happiness, and community — without the high price tag. Whether you’re chasing a PR or simply running for the love of it, you’ll always belong here. ❤️

 
👟 Who Can Participate?
Everyone! Runners, walkers, strollers — all paces and abilities are welcome. Come as you are, and leave with your heart full. 💞

 ⏰ Bib Pick-Up & Start Times
📍 Location: 5100 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90803 (Granada Beach)

Bib Pick-Up: 6:15 AM – 8:30 AM at the Race Ready Athletics Tent
Half Marathon Start: 7:00 AM
5K & 10K Start: 8:30 AM
 
🚗 Parking Info
Street parking is available (check signs for street sweeping). Paid beach lot parking is $2.00 per hour via the Passport app or machine at the lot entrance. Arrive early for the best spots near the start line.

 
🏅 Awards & Medals
All finishers receive a custom Valentine’s Classic medal ❤️
Overall & Age Group Awards
Costume Contest Awards for best couple, solo, and group — bring your Valentine spirit!

💫 A Quick Note
There are several races that take place in and around our Long Beach course locations — but there’s only one CaliFlow Runs. 🌊 We are not affiliated with any of them.

If you’re looking for an exceptional race experience with professional chip timing, free photos, well-organized staff, and that signature CaliFlow vibe, make sure you see the CaliFlow Runs name or logo before you register.

If it’s not CaliFlow, it’s just an "average"race.. ❤️