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

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

Celebrate love, friendship, and movement this Valentine’s Day at the Long Beach Sweethearts Run! Whether you’re running solo, with your sweetheart, your bestie, or your fur babe — this is your moment to shine with miles, smiles, and signature CaliFlow energy. 💘

 
🏁 Race Info
📍 Location: Granada Beach — 5000 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90803

👟 Race Start Times: (we have two start time based on your distance)

Half Marathon: 7:00 AM

5K & 10K: 8:30 AM

🎟️ Same-Day Registration: Opens at 6:00 AM at the Race Ready Athletics tents
 
📝 Bib Pick-Up – (bib = race number) 3 Options to pick up

Friday, Feb 13 – 5400 E Ocean Blvd (during Camp Heartbreak!)
⏰ 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM

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Race Day, Feb 14 – 5000 E Ocean Blvd
⏰ 6:00 AM – Bib Pick Up Opens

#1 Question: Can you pick up bibs for a friend or family member? Yes, please have a copy of their race registration email – if you are picking up for a group have all the names written down on paper to give staff. Have all the confirmation emails ready available to show staff. 

⏰ 7:00 AM Half Marathon Start (Half Marathon Only)

⏰  8:30 AM 5K 10K Start

 🚗 Parking
Street parking is free (check signs).
Beach lot parking is $2/hour via the Passport App or kiosk.
Best address:5000 E Ocean Blvd Long Beach, CA 90803

Granda/Rosie’s Dog Beach — you’ll see us near the lot entrance!

 
🏅 Medals & Awards
❤️  Valentine’s  Finisher Medal for all participants
🏆 Overall & Age Group Awards
🎭 Costume Contest: Prizes for best couple, solo, and group looks
 
💌 Race Highlights
✔️ Professional chip timing
📸 Free race-day photos
🎉 Finish-line celebration with snacks, music & photo ops
💧 3 on-course water stations + restrooms
👶 Stroller-friendly & walker-welcome
🐶 Dogs allowed — bring your fur bae
🎽 Vendor village + pre-race warmup
🍳 20% off food at Monty’s Dog Beach Café with your bib! 

 
🌺 Why CaliFlow Runs?
Because we’re not here for average.
CaliFlow Runs hosts over 50+ races a year that are inclusive, low-cost, beginner-friendly, and full of joy. We bring people together through movement — no gatekeeping, no elitism, just community and good vibes.

Whether you’re chasing a PR, pushing a stroller, or simply showing up for yourself — you belong here. ❤️

 
💞 Who Can Participate?
Everyone!
Runners, walkers, stroller-pushers, solo heartbreakers, couples, besties, and four-legged friends. Show up as you are — and leave with your heart full.

 
📣 Final Word
If it’s not CaliFlow…
it’s just an average race. 💘

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