Marshmallow Dash Half Marathon
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Event details
The Marshmallow Dash takes place on January 18, 2026, at Alamitos Beach, 780 E Shoreline Dr., Long Beach, CA 90802. The event offers the following distances:
- 5K
- 10K
- 10-Miler
- Half Marathon
Early bib pick-up is available the day before at Sports Basement Long Beach (2100 N Bellflower Blvd). On race day bib pick-up is available near Claremont Ave. Participants are asked to wear their race bib on the front of their shirt.
Course and race services
Courses are out-and-back. The 5K route is one lap for the 5K and two laps for the 10K. The 10-Miler uses a 5-mile route run twice. The half marathon combines the 5-mile route twice plus the 5K route once. The beach path is an open course; runners are asked to keep to the right side for pedestrians and the left side is for cyclists.
A fully stocked water station is located at the Belmont Pier. The finish area has an aid station with water, Gatorade, gels, and fruit snacks. Each aid station has a first aid kit and crew members with CPR training. Turns on course are marked with chalk, a runner turn sign, and a flag. Gear check is available at the registration tent; participants should bring their own bag. Awards include 1st place medals for the overall male and female in each distance. Results and race photos are provided after the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.