Winter Whirl – 5K, 10K, Half Marathon
About this race
Bundle up… or don’t! It's California! Winter Whirl is spinning into Long Beach where the only flurries are the kind that come from the waves. While the rest of the world is shivering, we’re keeping it cool with sunny miles, festive fun, and just a hint of pretend winter magic. Whether you’re chasing a shiny new PR or just cruising the path with a smile, this run is all about coastal cheer with a wink at the season.
Race Details
Start Location: Mile Square Park, Parking lot D. Across the street from 11014 Lavender Ave, Fountain Valley, CA 92708.
Parking: $5.00 per car at Mile Square Park (Opens at 7am). Limited free street parking is available
Event Schedule
Friday
Early Bib Pickup at Sports Basement Orange County TBD
Saturday
7:30am – Bib pick-up opens at the start
8:00am – Half marathon
8:30am – 5k & 10k start
11:10am – Course closes (3 hours, 10 minutes for the Half)
Out and Back Course
5k & 10k: this 5k route is used for the 5k (one loops), 10k (two loops) – route here
Half Marathon: this route is used for the half marathon, it's similar to the 5k route but there is an additional out and back – route here
More About the Course
This is a looped 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 be courteous and share the 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.
Medals: All runners receive a finishing 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. 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, San Diego, 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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Typical race-day weather
Based on 3 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Fountain Valley, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 6:51 AM and sets at 4:46 PM local time (PST) in Fountain Valley on December 19, 2026 — 9h 54m of daylight.
Course
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Results — Winter Whirl – 5K, 10K, Half Marathon
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🏃 Plan Your Next Race in Fountain Valley
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- Fountain Valley 5K Races 5 races
- 10K Run Events in Fountain Valley 4 races
- Fountain Valley Half Marathons 2 races
- Fountain Valley Running Calendar 2026 5 races
Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 5 Fountain Valley events
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