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Thursday Night • Timed Road Mile • Long Beach, California
Long Beach Mile
Date: Thursday, August 21, 2026 • First Race: 5:30 PM • Location: Marine Stadium
What's the Long Beach Mile
An inaugural evening road mile along the Long Beach waterfront. Fast, flat, and fully timed — built for PR chasers, first-timers, and the local running community.
Every entry includes a race bib with timing chip, finish arch under the Long Beach evening sky, on-course support, and post-race waterfront hangout.
Event Schedule & Race Format
Designed to feel like a Friday night track meet—on the streets, against a Long Beach sunset backdrop.
Price money set for elite & overall open heat winners. All age group winners receive a custom 'Long Beach Mile Champion shirt'
Subject to change
Evening Schedule
4:30 PM — On-site check-in & bib pickup opens
5:00 PM — Roads close, warm-up access onto course
5:30 PM — Youth Mile
5:50 PM — Middle School
6:10 PM — High School
6:30 PM — Para, Stroller & Wheelchair Section
6:50 PM — Community Mile Wave 1 (8:30+ pace)
7:10 PM — Community Mile Wave 2 (7:00–8:30 pace)
7:30 PM — Community Mile Wave 3 (Sub 7:00 pace)
7:50 PM — Fast Mile (sub-6:00 pace)
8:10 PM — Elite / Invitational Mile
8:30 PM — Elite Awards & final announcements
Race Categories
Youth Mile (6-11, all abilities)
Middle School Classic (12-14, all abilities)
High School Mile Madness (15-18, all-abilities)
Para, Stroller & Wheelchair Section
Community Mile – Wave 1, 2, 3 (seeded by estimated finish time)
Elite / Invitational fields by application
What to Expect
- Fast, point-to-point road mile with gentle net drop
- Clearly marked start corrals by pace & category
- USATF-style start commands and finish chute
- Music, lighting, and cheers along the course
- Real-time timing and instant result posting
- Professional photography at key points
Course & Venue
A measured mile framed by the Long Beach skyline, palm silhouettes, and harbor lights. Official course maps coming soon...
Start & Finish: Marine Stadium Boat Launch • Out & Back race
Parking & access: Paid parking available in nearby city lots and structures. We recommend rideshare, carpooling, or arriving early to enjoy the waterfront.
Interactive course map & logistics will be emailed to all registered runners and posted here closer to race day.
Secure your spot on the start line
Long Beach Mile is intentionally small and fast. Waves are capped to keep the course clean and the finish line experience premium.
Early Bird (through May 30): $29
Standard (June 1 – August 18): $39
Last Minute (race week, if available): $49
Youth Mile (14 & under): $19
Your entry includes: chip timing, closed-road course, start corrals by pace, finish line arch + photo moment, on-course medical support, music on the mile, post-race recovery station, and digital results.
Note: All registrations are final. Wave changes may be requested until 72 hours before race start, subject to availability.
Race Registration
Select your wave, confirm details, and complete payment in one streamlined checkout.
Partnership Information
Information coming soon. Contact [email protected] if interested.
Why partner with Long Beach Mile?
- Targeted access to runners, active families, and health-conscious locals
- Premium, design-forward event identity and photo assets
- Flexible activation zones along course and in finish area
- Integrated storytelling via email, social, and on-site signage
Contact & Race Updates
Questions about registration, partnerships, or logistics? Reach out and our team will respond within 1–2 business days.
Email: [email protected]
Location: Marine Stadium
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