Ring in the New Year Half Marathon - Long Beach
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Event overview
Run in the New Year takes place on Saturday, January 3, 2026, in Belmont Shores, Long Beach (5400 E. Ocean Blvd., near 54th Place). Registration is available via PayPal or Active.com. Pricing examples: early bird one month before the race - 5k $23.99, 10k $28.99, 15k $32.99, Half marathon $38.99; race month pricing - 5k $25.99, 10k $30.99, 15k $35.99, Half marathon $40.99; race day registration prices are higher and offered in multiple payment methods. Transfers are allowed only by email request and there is a no-refund policy. A volunteer option is available in exchange for a free race entry. Parking is free in the nearby residential area; the beach parking lot requires paid ticket machine payment.
Course and services
The race uses an open, marked beach-path course with out-and-back loops. Runners are asked to be courteous to pedestrians, other runners, and cyclists. Distances offered:
- 5k (out and back route)
- 10k (two 5k loops)
- 15k (three 5k loops)
- Half marathon (three 4.36 mile loops)
An aid station at the turnaround/start-finish provides water cups, water bottles, Gatorade cups, and Gu gels. All finishers receive a medal and a goodie bag. Results are usually posted on the event page by the evening of race day. The half marathon has a 3 hour 15 minute time limit; requests for additional time are handled by the organizer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.