Long Beach Labor Day 5K, 10K, 1 Miler, Kids Dash
About this race
Shoreline Aquatic Park, 200 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802
📍 Shoreline Village, Long Beach, CA
📅 Labor Day - Monday, September 7, 2026
Start your Labor Day with purpose, movement, and community at the inaugural Labor of Love – Merging Forces Run.
Set against the stunning backdrop of Long Beach’s waterfront, this race begins near the iconic lighthouse at Shoreline Village and takes you on a scenic route through the village and out onto the beautiful beach path. It’s one of the most vibrant and picturesque courses the city has to offer—perfect for runners, walkers, and everyone in between.
This special event is proudly hosted in partnership with Merge Opportunities, a nonprofit dedicated to creating pathways for underserved youth, system-impacted individuals, and transitioning foster youth. Through job training, mentorship, and essential support services, Merge empowers individuals to rebuild, reconnect, and move forward with purpose.
💛 Run with meaning. Move with purpose. Be part of something bigger.
Come out and celebrate the launch of this brand-new Labor Day tradition—where community, impact, and good energy come together.
✨ What You Can Expect:
✔️ Professional Chip Timing
✔️ Instant Results – powered by ChronoTrack, available within minutes of finishing
✔️ Free Race Day Photos – no upsells, ever
✔️ Multiple On-Course Water Stations
✔️ Flat, Fast, Scenic Beach Path Course
✔️ Vendors, Music & Finish Line Festival Vibes
✔️ All the CaliFlow energy you know and love
Whether you’re chasing a PR, walking with friends, or just showing up for something meaningful—this is your moment.
Come for the run. Stay for the vibe. Run for a reason.
Pick your distance
Running
Kids Dash (400-yard dash)
5K
10K
Virtual 5K -10K
Your virtual registration includes: 🏅 Labor of Love custom finisher medal 🎟️ Labor of Love race bib 📦 Shipped directly to you 👕 Please note: Virtual registration does not include a race shirt
Race-day daylight
We have no recorded weather for Long Beach yet, but sunrise and sunset follow from the venue and the date.
The sun rises at 6:30 AM and sets at 7:12 PM local time (PDT) in Long Beach on September 6, 2027 — 12h 42m of daylight.
Course
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