Close Encounters of the Finish Line - Alien Run

5K, 10K, & Half Marathon

Sunday, April 27, 2025

Santa Monica, CA

Race Day Schedule

Bib Pick-Up and Start Times:

Bib Pick-Up: 6:15 AM Ends 7:35 AM at the Race Ready Athletics Tent

6:50 AM Half Marathon Overview and Announcements
7:00 AM: Half Marathon Start Time

7:20 AM 5K, 10K Announcements and Course Overeview
7:30 AM5K, 10K, Start

Registration

Event Details

What to Expect:
🌌 Tons of Alien Decorations
Immerse yourself in a galactic atmosphere with UFOs, extraterrestrial creatures, and interstellar surprises around every corner.

🎉 Galactic Finish Line Party
Celebrate your finish with music, dancing, and out-of-this-world treats at our cosmic post-race bash!

🛸 Alien Electrolytes on Course
Refuel at our 'abduction zones' with alien-themed drinks and snacks.

📸 Out-of-This-World Photo Ops
Snap pictures with alien props, UFOs, and cosmic backgrounds. Don’t forget to tag us on social media! #califlowruns

👽 Costume Contest
Show off your most creative alien, astronaut, or sci-fi-themed outfit! Awards will be given for the best costumes, so bring your A-game.

 

Registration

Your Race, Your Pace

At CaliFlow Runs, we offer beginner-friendly races on USATF-certified courses designed for all levels. With our flat and fast routes, you'll enjoy a smooth, scenic experience whether you're aiming for a new personal best or simply enjoying the run. Come for the vibe, stay for the community – we keep it low-key and high-performing!

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FREE Race Day Photos

📸 Enjoy free downloadable race photos taken by our awesome photographer Nina Prommer on course and at the finish line. Share your race day memories and tag us — we love to see your smiling faces crossing that finish line! 🏅✨ #califlowruns

Race Info

Volunteer & Run for Free!

Whether you love giving back, need community service hours, or just want to earn free race entries, we’d love to have you join our volunteer team! For every event you volunteer at, you’ll earn a free race entry as our way of saying thanks. Volunteer hours are from 6 AM to 10:00 AM, and we’ll make sure you’re well-fed with snacks and showered with appreciation. Come be part of the fun and help us create an unforgettable race day experience!

Volunteer

Run More, Save More with CaliFlow Runs

CaliFlow hosts over 50 local races each year in stunning locations like Santa Monica, Long Beach, Fountain Valley, and Huntington Beach. We’re thrilled to welcome you to our supportive community that uplifts and inspires runners of all levels. Use our races as training runs for your bigger events, enjoy them as races to push your pace, or use them for accountability to get those miles in. Or just come for all the fun and good vibes! Sign up for 3 or more events and save 15% per race.

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