Ring Out the Old – 5K, 10K, Half Marathon

Race Overview: A race coming up on 2026-12-26 in Encino, CA. Get all the nerdy details below or follow the sign up links to secure your spot today!
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Race data last checked: 2026-01-29

Race Overview:

CHOOSE YOUR MEDAL RUN! Join us for the exhilarating Ring out the Old race, featuring a range of distances to suit every runner's preference. Runners have a chance to earn a unique "old" medal from High Tides Runs or our esteemed parent company, Mercury Events. 

Race Details

Location: Woodley Park, 6076 Woodley Ave, Encino, CA
Parking: Free parking in the lot; more is available on Woodley Ave

Event Schedule

6:20am – Bib pick-up opens
7:00am – Half marathon & 10k start
7:30am
– 5k start
7:35am – Registration & start line close
10:20am – Course closes (3 hours, 20 minutes for the Half and 10k)

Early start of 6:30am may be pre-arranged for half marathoners, email your request to events@hightideruns.com. All early starters will not be eligible for awards.

Courses (rain routes)

5k route: Runners do one loops around the lake – route here
10k route: Runners do two loops around the lake with a little extra – route here
Half Marathon: Route is around the park, done twice and then one of the 10k route loops – route here

More about the Course
The race routes go across the grass, under the road through a tunnel, and enter the Lake Balboa Park area. Route will be finalized week of race, rain-pending

Our courses are on open paths so please be considerate of other park users!

On-Course Support
Multiple water stations are located along the routes. The finish line will also have an aid station stocked with water, electrolytes, and other snacks. We have a first aid kit at each station and all High Tides Crew Members have received CPR training. The turns are clearly marked with chalk and runner turn signs

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, Santa Monica, San Diego, the San Fernando Valley, and Orange County. Register for multiple races at a time to earn a discount. Check our full schedule

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