
Race Date
Dec 26, 2026
Location
Encino, CA
Join us for the celebratory Ring out the Old race and let's kick 2026 to the curb together! Race Details Location: Woodley Park, 6076 Woodley Ave, Encino, CA Parking: Free parking in the lot; more is available on Woodley Ave Event Schedule 6:20am – Bib pick-up opens 7:00am – Half marathon & 10k start 7:30am – 5k start 7:35am – Registration & start line close 10:20am – Course closes (3 hours, 20 minutes for the Half and 10k) Early start of 6:30am may be pre-arranged for half marathoners, email your request to events@hightideruns.com. All early starters will not be eligible for awards. Courses (rain routes) 5k route: Runners do one loops around the lake – route here 10k route: Runners do two loops around the lake with a little extra – route here Half Marathon: Route is around the park, done twice and then one of the 10k route loops – route here More about the Course The race routes go across the grass, under the road through a tunnel, and enter the Lake Balboa Park area. Route will be finalized week of race, rain-pending Our courses are on open paths so please be considerate of other park users! On-Course Support Multiple water stations are located along the routes. The finish line will also have an aid station stocked with water, electrolytes, and other snacks. We have a first aid kit at each station and all High Tides Crew Members have received CPR training. The turns are clearly marked with chalk and runner turn signs 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 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, Santa Monica, San Diego, the San Fernando Valley, and Orange County. Register for multiple races at a time to earn a discount. Check our full schedule
Race Day
Saturday, December 26, 2026
Start Time
7:00 AM
Start Location
6076 Woodley Avenue, Encino, CA, 91316
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Elevation Gain
52'
Elevation Loss
51'
Max Elevation
743'
Also Offers
Median Finish
2:09:38
9:54/mi
Winning Time
1:26:22
6:36/mi
Finishers (2026)
28
States Represented
3 / 50
Gender Split
FASTER 25%
1:51:37
MEDIAN
2:09:38
SLOWER 25%
2:24:01
Start (Low)
47°
Afternoon (High)
63°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.3"
Precipitation
8 mph
Wind
76%
Humidity
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