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Polar Bear Run 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon by Califlow Runs

Name: Polar Bear Run 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon by Califlow Runs
Start: 2027-01-23T10:25:00.000Z
End: 2027-01-23T10:25:00.000Z
Location: Long Beach, CA

5K · 10K · Half Marathon

Jan 23, 2027 · Long Beach, California, US

Listed Oct 12, 2024

California 5K

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🐻‍❄️ Polar Bear Run
5K • 10K • Half Marathon
📍 Long Beach, CA
📅 January 18, 2026

Brace yourself for crisp air, cool miles, and that brrr-but-worth-it January energy. The Polar Bear Run is a winter tradition for runners who don’t hibernate — they layer up, show up, and earn their miles the cold way. ❄️

Cold mornings. Clear skies. Strong strides. This is winter running at its best.

❄️ What’s Included
✔ Professional Chip Timing for accurate results
📸 Free Race Photos – download and share your frosty finish
🎖️ Finisher Medal for All Participants
🏆 Overall & Age Group Awards
💧 Three On-Course Water Stations
🎉 Finish Line Party with music and high vibes

🧤 Who Can Participate?
All are welcome — runners, walkers, stroller athletes, and all paces.
Whether you’re chasing a PR or just chasing warmth at the finish line, this run is for you.

🕒 Bib Pick-Up & Start Times
Bib Pick-Up/ Same Day Registration:
6:00 AM – 7:30 AM
📍 Race Ready Athletics Tent

Start Times:
🏁 Half Marathon – 7:00 AM
🏁 5K & 10K – 7:30 AM

📍 Start Location
5400 E Ocean Blvd
Long Beach, CA 90803

🚗 Parking
• Free street parking available
• Beach lot parking available for $2.00 per hour (pay at machines)

🏆 Awards
Top 3 Overall Men & Women in each distance

🎤 Podium Ceremonies:
Overall Winners : 9:15 AM

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Polar Bear Run 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon by Califlow Runs

Run Vibes summary

🐻‍❄️ Polar Bear Run5K • 10K • Half Marathon📍 Long Beach, CA📅 January 18, 2026

Brace yourself for crisp air, cool miles, and that brrr-but-worth-it January energy. The Polar Bear Run is a winter tradition for runners who don’t hibernate — they layer up, show up, and earn their miles the cold way. ❄️

Cold mornings. Clear skies. Strong strides. This is winter running at its best.

❄️ What’s Included✔ Professional Chip Timing for accurate results📸 Free Race Photos – download and share your frosty finish🎖️ Finisher Medal for All Participants🏆 Overall & Age Group Awards💧 Three On-Course Water Stations🎉 Finish Line Party with music and high vibes

🧤 Who Can Participate?All are welcome — runners, walkers, stroller athletes, and all paces.Whether you’re chasing a PR or just chasing warmth at the finish line, this run is for you.

🕒 Bib Pick-Up & Start TimesBib Pick-Up/ Same Day Registration:6:00 AM – 7:30 AM📍 Race Ready Athletics Tent

Start Times:🏁 Half Marathon – 7:00 AM🏁 5K & 10K – 7:30 AM

📍 Start Location5400 E Ocean BlvdLong Beach, CA 90803

🚗 Parking• Free street parking available• Beach lot parking available for $2.00 per hour (pay at machines)

🏆 AwardsTop 3 Overall Men & Women in each distance

🎤 Podium Ceremonies:Overall Winners : 9:15 AM

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🐻‍❄️ Polar Bear Run
5K • 10K • Half Marathon
📍 Long Beach, CA
📅 January 18, 2026

❄️ What’s Included
✔ Professional Chip Timing for accurate results
📸 Free Race Photos – download and share your frosty finish
🎖️ Finisher Medal for All Participants
🏆 Overall & Age Group Awards
💧 Three On-Course Water Stations
🎉 Finish Line Party with music and high vibes

🧤 Who Can Participate?
All are welcome — runners, walkers, stroller athletes, and all paces.
Whether you’re chasing a PR or just chasing warmth at the finish line, this run is for you.

🕒 Bib Pick-Up & Start Times
Bib Pick-Up/ Same Day Registration:
6:00 AM – 7:30 AM
📍 Race Ready Athletics Tent

Start Times:
🏁 Half Marathon – 7:00 AM
🏁 5K & 10K – 7:30 AM

📍 Start Location
5400 E Ocean Blvd
Long Beach, CA 90803

🚗 Parking
• Free street parking available
• Beach lot parking available for $2.00 per hour (pay at machines)

🏆 Awards
Top 3 Overall Men & Women in each distance

🎤 Podium Ceremonies:
Overall Winners : 9:15 AM