Race Event Tiles
Half Marathon
Price:
$38.09
incl. $3.10 Fee
Time:
7:00AM PST
- 10:30AM PST
Price increases after December 22, 2026 at 11:59pm PST
Information
Grievances & Gratitude Run
Release. Move. Begin Again.
Skip the resolutions. Start the year with intention, movement, and joy.
Grievances & Gratitude is a feel-good New Year run designed to help you exhale, reset, and step into 2026 lighter—surrounded by community, movement, and positive energy. This is about letting go of what no longer serves you and making space for gratitude, clarity, and forward momentum.
You can write down everything you’re ready to release… or just one thing. You can take part in the experience—or simply show up and run. However you choose to participate, this event meets you exactly where you are.
Every participant receives a finisher medal, and the option to take part in our signature Let Go & Affirmation Experience—because new beginnings don’t have to be loud or rigid. Sometimes they just need movement and space to breathe.
How It Works
Let Go Before You Go
Before the run, write down anything you’re ready to release—grievances, frustrations, stress, or heavy thoughts. Place them into our “goodbye” containers and symbolically leave that energy behind.
Run Free
Head out on a scenic course and move your body with intention. Run or walk at your own pace, clear your mind, and let each step carry you forward.
Affirmations Await
After crossing the finish line, visit our New Year Mantra Board and select a positive affirmation to guide you into the year ahead. Leave with gratitude, purpose, and renewed energy.
This isn’t just a race—it’s a moment. A reset. A fresh start grounded in movement and community.
Why CaliFlow Runs?
CaliFlow Runs creates inclusive, high-energy, community-driven events that celebrate you. Our races are accessible, joyful, and thoughtfully designed to support physical and emotional well-being—without pressure, pretension, or upsells.
✨ Professionally chip-timed
✨ USATF-certified courses
✨ Free race-day photos
✨ No forced shirts. No gimmicks. Just good vibes.
Who Can Participate?
Everyone is welcome.
Runners • Walkers • Strollers • First-timers • Seasoned athletes
This event is for anyone ready to move into the new year with intention.
Course Information
Our courses are open, meaning you’ll share the path with other runners, walkers, and beachgoers. Please stay on the pedestrian side of the beach path at all times.
✔️ Clearly marked course
✔️ 3 on-course water stations
✔️ Restrooms available along the route
✔️ Friendly staff and volunteers throughout
Bib Pick-Up & Start Times
Bib Pick-Up: 6:15 AM
📍 Race Ready Athletics Tent
Start Times:
• Half Marathon: 7:00 AM
• 5K & 10K: 7:30 AM
Start Location
📍 5400 E Ocean Blvd
Long Beach, CA 90803
Parking Information
• Free street parking available
• Metered parking: $2.00 per hour
Awards
🏅 Top 3 men and women in each distance receive awards
🎤 Podium ceremony at 9:00 AM
Start 2026 grounded, grateful, and moving forward—together.
Come for the run. Stay for the release. Leave lighter.
Are you ready to let go of the past and run into a brighter tomorrow?
Join us for the Grievances & Gratitude Run — a run that heals the heart as much as it challenges the body.
Last year, we were overwhelmed with emotion as we read and burned the notes you wrote — your grief, heartbreaks, and goodbyes. What moved us most was realizing that each and every person standing beside you carried one of the same burdens. The person next to them did too. And the next.
This year, we’re honoring that shared humanity. 💛
✨ You are invited to write down what you’re ready to release at the event — or bring your own list from home.
✨ You may add your grievance to the community board to remind others they are not alone, or place it privately in the Goodbye Box for release.
✨ Or, if you simply feel called to show up and run — that’s perfect too.
No matter what you choose, every written thought will be ceremonially turned to ashes after the event — a symbolic return to the earth and a fresh start for you.
At the finish line, choose a mantra from our Mantra Tree 🌳 — a message meant just for you, to carry forward into your next chapter.
About Califlow Runs
"Not Just a Race — It’s a CaliFlow Experience."
Califlow Runs host 50 plus events annually
🏃 Community Vibes, Epic Runs
At CaliFlow Runs, we believe running should be more than just miles — it should be an unforgettable experience. Our races bring together runners of all levels, from first-timers to seasoned athletes, in a welcoming, fun, and high-energy atmosphere.
📊 Accurate Results, Synced to Athlinks
Every race is professionally chip-timed, with your results instantly synced to Athlinks. Track your progress, chase PRs, and proudly showcase your race history.
📸 Free Race Photos, Always!
We capture your best race moments and give you FREE downloadable race photos — because your finish line smile deserves to be shared.
🌴 Scenic Coastal Courses
From the sandy shores of Venice to the stunning paths of Long Beach, our courses are designed to showcase the best of Southern California’s iconic beaches.
🏅 Epic Medals & Custom Swag
Each race features custom-designed medals, vibrant bibs, and exclusive CaliFlow gear you’ll actually want to wear.
🎶 Finish Line Festivals
We keep the energy going with our finish line festivals — complete with a live DJ, photo zones, games, and so much more. It’s not just a race; it’s a vibe.
💧 We’ve Got You Covered
Stay hydrated with multiple water stations, and cool off at the finish line with frozen treats, fresh fruit, and plenty of post-race refreshments.
🌟 A Race for Everyone
Whether you’re chasing a PR, walking your first 5K, or just soaking in the coastal views, CaliFlow Runs is for YOU. Our events are designed for all paces, all ages, and all levels.
👟 Year-Round Events
From holiday-themed runs to our Full Moon Series, we keep the good times (an
About all our Courses
From Start Line to Finish Vibes
Our courses are open-pathway routes — meaning they’re held on pedestrian-friendly trails like beach paths, park loops, and river trails. They’re car-free, safe, and full of good energy. Whether you're racing for a PR or strolling in costume, you'll be on a scenic route with no traffic to worry about.
👟 Because these are shared public spaces, you may pass by other walkers, joggers, or casual strollers who didn’t sign up — but that’s part of the CaliFlow charm. Just stay aware and respectful of those around you.
🎧 Pro tip: Save the Metallica for your post-race drive. Please keep the volume low enough to hear voices and instructions around you.
Got Questions?
We’ve got answers to just about everything you could ask! 🎟️✨
Click the link below to visit our FAQ page and find all the info you need before race day — from parking to packet pick-up and everything in between.
Volunteer
Are you interested in volunteering and being part of a CaliFlow Event 🌊
Join us at one of our upcoming events and earn 2 free race entries in exchange for just a few hours of your time!
Volunteers help with a variety of fun and meaningful tasks — from handing out medals and awards to cheering runners across the finish line and keeping the refreshment tables stocked.
Most importantly, our volunteers are the givers of good vibes that make every event unforgettable. ✨
Ready to join the movement?
👉 Click the link below to learn more and sign up to volunteer!
Any questions? Contact us today!
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