Runvana: A Totally 90s Grunge Run
September 13, 2025
5k, 10K, Half Marathon
5400 E Ocean Blvd
Long Beach, CA 90803
Smells like finish line spirit
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Event Description
🎸 Runvana: A Totally 90s Grunge ( or not) Run
5K, 10K, & Half Marathon
Smells like finish line spirit
📍 5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90803
📅 Race Day: Saturday, September 13th
Whether your 90s memories come in flannel and flannel... or slap bracelets and pagers — come as you are.
Runvana isn’t just for the grunge heads. Maybe you were more Neon Moon Shoes than Nevermind. That’s cool. This run’s for all 90s kids — moody, colorful, or somewhere in between.
This throwback race blends the gritty sound of Seattle with the bright, bouncy chaos of Saturday morning cartoons. Expect a finish line celebration packed with 90s hits, plaid and neon fashion, and all the throwback vibes.
Let’s rage against the mileage. Or jog on a plain. Either way — we’ll finish like rockstars. 🤘
🏁 Race Day Schedule:
📍 Bib Pick-Up:
6:00 AM – 7:35 AM at the Race Ready Athletics Tent
🏃 Half Marathon Start: 7:00 AM
🏃♀️ 5K & 10K Start: 7:30 AM
🚫 No late starts — not even if you were “just burning some mix CDs.”
🎶 Event Highlights
🎤 90s music blasting at the finish line — grunge and pop
👕 Best Flannel and Best Neon Contests
🏅 Totally rad 90s Finisher Medals
📸 Free race photos — so your pager can rest easy
⏱️ Chip-timed results, with awards by age group
🚰 3 aid stations on course
🚻 Restrooms near the start
👶 Stroller & walker-friendly
🌊 Flat and fast along the scenic Long Beach coast path
🏆 Do It for the Challenge Medal
Come back Sunday for the Totally 80s Run in Huntington Beach and earn the exclusive
Decades of Distance Medal when you complete both!
💬 Tag us at #CaliFlowRuns and show off your 90s fit with #SmellsLikeRunSpirit
Don’t miss #FreeEntryFriday on Instagram!
☀️ Why CaliFlow Runs?
Because races should be fun, affordable, and full of personality. We host over 60 events a year with great vibes, killer medals, and the occasional donut or flannel sighting.
👉 Register now and get ready to relive your favorite decade — no dial-up required.
📲 califlowruns.com
Easy Race Day Parking
Parking Info – Easy, Close & Beachfront
Parking is just a few steps from the start line at 5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90803.
🛣️ Street Parking:
Free along Ocean Blvd and down the Peninsula. Just be mindful of posted signs.
Parking Info – Easy, Close & Beachfront
Parking is just a few steps from the start line at 5400 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90803.
🛣️ Street Parking:
Free along Ocean Blvd and down the Peninsula. Just be mindful of posted signs.
Race Day Photo Tips
📸 Want to look like a legend in your race photos? Here’s how to nail it at Mahalo Miles:
🖼️ Find the Lens
If you see Nina — smile, pose, or throw your hands up like you just crushed the finish line. Don’t be shy!
🙌 Celebrate That Finish
Throw up peace signs, arms overhead, or hit your signature pose. You earned that moment!
😅 Keep Running Through the Shot
Don’t slow down before the camera. Keep that stride strong until you're past the lens — trust us, it makes a difference.
🎭 Photo-Friendly Style Tips
Let your outfit shine! Bright colors, fun accessories, and bold expressions make for unforgettable pics.
🧽 Wipe the Sweat... Or Don’t
Want to look fierce and gritty? Rock that sparkle-sweat. Prefer a polished look? Give yourself a quick swipe before the lens.
💁 Remember: It’s Free
All race photos are 100% free and posted after the event. So go big, go silly, go full Energy
About Our Courses
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.
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Event Location
5400 E Ocean Blvd
Long Beach, CA 90803 US
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