Seasonal Confusion 5K. 10K. Half Marathon by Califlow Runs
Long Beach's Seasonal Confusion offers a flat, fast coastal half marathon with a relaxed, inclusive atmosphere.
Race Date
Sep 13, 2026
Location
Long Beach, CA
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, September 13, 2026
- Location
- Long Beach, California
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Seasonal Confusion Run in Long Beach, California, embraces the unique in-between seasons with a celebratory atmosphere. Runners can choose their attire, from sweaters to beachwear, reflecting the state's unpredictable weather.
The course is a flat, fast, and scenic path along the beach, making it ideal for personal bests and welcoming for beginners, walkers, and even those with strollers or dogs on leash. The event is professionally chip-timed, offering both overall and age group awards.
With a focus on inclusive, feel-good racing, CaliFlow Runs creates an environment where everyone belongs. The day culminates in a finish line festival with post-race perks, including a discount at Monty's Dog Beach Café for runners who present their bib.
Race-provided description
😵💫 SEASONAL CONFUSION RUN 5K • 10K • Half Marathon 📅 Sunday, September 13 📍 5100 E Ocean Blvd, Granada Beach | Long Beach, CA Sweater or bikini? Iced coffee or pumpkin spice? It’s California — we’re officially in a state of seasonal confusion. The Seasonal Confusion Run celebrates that weird in-between moment when summer won’t let go, fall is pretending to arrive, and the weather absolutely refuses to cooperate. Come run the coast in whatever makes sense to you — hoodie, tank top, or beachwear encouraged. 🏁 Race Day Schedule • Half Marathon: 7:00 AM • 5K & 10K: 7:30 AM Same-Day Registration & Bib Pickup: Opens at 6:00 AM 🌊 Why You’ll Love It Flat, fast, scenic beach path course Beginner- and walker-friendly Strollers welcome Dogs on leash welcome 🐾 Professional chip timing Free race-day photos Overall & age group awards Finish line festival vibes 🍔 Post-Race Perk Run first, refuel after. Take your bib just steps from the finish line to Monty’s Dog Beach Café and receive 20% off food when you present your race bib. 💛 Why CaliFlow Runs Life doesn’t wait for perfect conditions — and neither do we. CaliFlow Runs creates inclusive, feel-good races where everyone belongs. Whether you’re racing hard, walking it out, running with your pup, or just here for the vibes, this is a space to move, breathe, laugh, and enjoy the moment. It may not be fall yet. It may not be summer anymore. But it is a great day to run.
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, September 13, 2026
Start Time
7:00 AM
Start Location
5100 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA, 90803
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Coastal
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 77°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
64°
Afternoon (High)
77°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.0"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
79%
Humidity
Frequently asked
When is the Seasonal Confusion 5K. 10K. Half Marathon by Califlow Runs?
The Seasonal Confusion 5K. 10K. Half Marathon by Califlow Runs is held on Sunday, September 13, 2026, starting at 7:00 AM.
Where does the Seasonal Confusion 5K. 10K. Half Marathon by Califlow Runs take place?
It takes place in Long Beach, California.
What distances does the Seasonal Confusion 5K. 10K. Half Marathon by Califlow Runs offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles.
Is the Seasonal Confusion 5K. 10K. Half Marathon by Califlow Runs course flat and good for a PR?
The Seasonal Confusion 5K. 10K. Half Marathon by Califlow Runs is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
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