The Retro Run – 5K, 10k, 10m, and Half Marathon
About this race
Lace up and throw it back for the Retro Run, a beachside race bringing old-school vibes, bold outfits, and plenty of fun to the shore. Come ready to run, walk, dress the part, and celebrate every mile in retro style.
Race Details
Start Location: Alamitos Beach, 780 E Shoreline Ave, Long Beach, CA
Parking: Parking in the lot is $2/hour and starts at 8am, if you are running the Half/10m you can use the Passport app to pay for parking. Street parking is free.
Event Schedule
Saturday
1-3:00pm – Bib pick-up on the 2nd floor at Sports Basement Long Beach (store discount sent via email the week of the event)
Sunday
6:20am – Bib pick-up opens at the start
7:00am – Half marathon and 10-miler start
7:30am – 5k & 10k start
10:20am – Course closes (3 hours, 20 minutes for the Half)
Early start of 6:30am may be pre-arranged in advance for half marathoners, email your request to events@hightideruns.com. All early starters will not be eligible for awards.
Out and Back Course
5k & 10k: The 5k route is used for the 5k (one lap) and 10k (two laps) – 5k route
10m: The 5m route is used for the 10m (two laps) – 5m route
Half: The 5m route is run twice and the 5k route is run once for the Half – 5m route and 5k route
More About the Course
This is an out and back course, meaning you will begin and finish in the same location.
Our courses are not closed, which means that there are often runners, walkers, and others enjoying the day along with you. Safety is must and all runners must stay on the pedestrian side of the beach path. The course never goes off the beach path.
On-course support: Courses are well marked with two water stations and restrooms along the way. Turns will be clearly marked with chalk, a sign that says runner turn, and a flag.
Final Details
Bib: Please wear your race bib on the front of your shirt so we can track your time and send your pics!
Gear Check: You may leave personal items with staff at the registration tent. Please bring your own bag.
Awards: All finishers earn a race medal. 1st place medals are given to the overall 1st male and female in each distance.
Results & Photos: An email with race results and photos will be sent the day after the race and earlier on Instagram. Race photos are free!
Join Us Again: Did you have a blast running with us at our low-pressure, high vibes race? We have themed races throughout the year in Long Beach, the San Fernando Valley, and Orange County. Register for multiple races at a time to earn a discount. Check our full schedule
Have Another Question? Check our FAQ page, it's probably answered there!
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We have no recorded weather for Long Beach yet, but sunrise and sunset follow from the venue and the date.
The sun rises at 6:44 AM and sets at 6:42 PM local time (PDT) in Long Beach on September 27, 2026 — 11h 58m of daylight.
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2026 results — The Retro Run – 5K, 10k, 10m, and Half Marathon
97 finishers across 4 distances · leading places in the 5k
| Place | Name | Time | Pace |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cassidy Kyler | 19:51 | 6:23 /mi |
| 2 | Ian Whitney | 21:40 | 6:58 /mi |
| 3 | Gustavo Cirqueira | 23:10 | 7:27 /mi |
| 4 | Raymond Bengson | 26:35 | 8:33 /mi |
| 5 | Jazmin Choyce | 26:45 | 8:37 /mi |
Every finisher is on the results page, filterable by distance, gender and age group.
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