Signal Hill Rotary Mutt Run 5K
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Signal Hill Rotary Mutt Run 1K & 5K — overview
The Signal Hill Rotary Mutt Run is scheduled for Saturday, February 21, 2026, in Long Beach, CA (5350 E Ocean Blvd, Claremont Launch Ramp). The course follows the Long Beach shoreline, with parking available at the 54th & Claremont lot. Race packet pick up is at the starting line on race day.
Events offered:
- 5K — runners/walkers (humans only)
- 5K — runners/walkers with dogs
- 1K — runners/walkers with dogs
Race details, rules and benefits
All dog participants must be leashed, remain on the pedestrian path, and be non-aggressive; all breeds are welcome. Entry fees listed on the event page include a registration fee component; prices increase after November 27, 2025.
Post-race activities include an adoption event by Long Beach Animal Care Services at the finish area and a post-race festival. Registered participants receive a race t-shirt, a finisher medal, and Sports Basement coupons. Awards are given to the top three 5K finishers, and a premium wearable treat pouch (with treats) is awarded to the top dog. Seventy percent of proceeds support Long Beach Animal Care Services and thirty percent go to the Signal Hill Rotary community project fund. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.