Día de Muertos - Viva la Vida - 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon by Califlow Runs
Sun, Nov 1, 2026, 2:00 AM PST
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Celebrate Día de Muertos with a vibrant, costume-friendly run by the beach, embracing life, community, and unique traditions.
- Fun
- Competitive
- Quirky
- Festive
Fun
Competitive
Quirky
FestiveThis event celebrates Día de Muertos with a vibrant 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon by the beach in Long Beach, CA. Embrace the "Viva la Vida" spirit by honoring traditions and enjoying a lively community run. Runners are encouraged to dress in festive, Day of the Dead-inspired costumes for a chance to win prizes in the contest. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or simply soaking in the high vibes in your unique attire, this event offers a memorable experience for all.
What to expect
Past race snapshot
What the field usually feels like
A plain-English read from past public results. It is helpful context, not a prediction.
Crowd
Small field
22 Half Marathon finishers in 2024. A quieter race where the pack may spread out more quickly.
Typical finish
2:02:13
Think middle-of-the-pack, using gun time when available.
Competitive feel
Lively front
The faster end moves well, but the race still has room for everyday runners. Front-group read: 1:22:15.
People mix
More men
About 39% women and 61% men among finishers who listed gender.
Quick read
For the Half Marathon in 2024, this looks like a small field: 22 finishers are represented here. A middle-of-the-pack finish was around 2:02:13. The quicker front of the field averaged about 1:22:15. Use it as a feel check, not a promise about race day.
Award clues
Historic placement clues only. Race-day awards can use different rules.
Overall observed placement
Top 3 (from finish order in our sample)
Show the year-by-year numbers
| Distance | Year | Finishers | Typical | Average | Front 10% | Fastest M / W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half Marathon | 2024 | 22 | 2:02:13 | 2:12:29 | 1:22:15 | 1:20:11 / 1:57:35 |
Last summary update: May 2, 2026
From the organizer
🌺 Viva La Vida 5K, 10K & Half Marathon 📅 Sunday, November 1 | Long Beach, CA 📍 Start/Finish: 5400 E Ocean Blvd
💀 Celebrate life, honor those who came before us, and run your heart out at our Day of the Dead-inspired race by the beach. Dress to impress—our costume contest is ON! Whether you're decked out in marigolds, skull face paint, or a full-on altar on your back (hey, we’ve seen it all), this run is about honoring traditions and having a blast.
🏁 Race Day Schedule:
Two Start Times for the different distances
Half Marathon: 7:00 AM 5K & 10K: 8:00 AM
1 Miler: 8:45 AM Bib Pick-Up (Runner Check in): 6:15–8:00 AM @ the Race Ready Athletics Tent Course Cut-Off: 10:30 AM sharp
🎉 Event Highlights:
🏅 Viva la VidaFinisher Medals 📸 Free Race-Day Photos ⏱️ Chip-Timed with Awards 🚰 Water Stations & Restrooms on Course 👶 Stroller-Friendly, Beginner-Welcoming 🍩 Epic Photo Stops 🎭 Costume Contest Prizes
🌞 Why CaliFlow Runs? We're not just a race—we're a movement . Expect high vibes, community spirit, and themes that make you say "Wait, what?!" Whether you're chasing a PR or just vibing in your skeleton jumpsuit, you belong here.
#VivaLaVidaRun #DayOfTheDeadRun #LongBeachRaces #RunWithPurpose #CaliFlowRuns #RunTheLBC #CelebrateLifeRun
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